North Seattle College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$10,047
Average Net Price
34%
Receive Aid
29%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at North Seattle College is $10,047 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$10,047

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$7,159
$30,001-48,000$8,880
$48,001-75,000$9,738
$75,001-110,000$13,651
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

North Seattle College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 34% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 29% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

34%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

29%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $5,058 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,547. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,458, which is 59% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $5,058

Out-of-State: $5,547

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,058
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,258

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,058
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,758

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,547
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,747

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,547
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,747

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,058
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,758

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,547
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,747

Cost Analysis

Analyze how NSCC's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, North Seattle College has increased costs by $2,812, representing a 38.9% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$7,235

Current Year

$10,047

Change

+$2,812

Affordability & Value

North Seattle College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid34%
Pell grant recipients29%
Student-faculty ratio17:1