Northwest State Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$10,871
Average Net Price
87%
Receive Aid
11%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Northwest State Community College is $10,871 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$10,871

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$11,449
$30,001-48,000$11,620
$48,001-75,000$14,783
$75,001-110,000$16,862
$110,000+$17,468

Financial Aid

Northwest State Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 87% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 11% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

87%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

11%

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 $4,496 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $4,496. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,896, which is 61% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,496

Out-of-State: $4,496

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,496
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,696

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,496
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,196

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,496
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,696

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,496
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,696

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,496
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,196

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,496
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,696

Cost Analysis

Analyze how 's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Northwest State Community College has decreased costs by $38, representing a 0.3% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,909

Current Year

$10,871

Change

$-38

Affordability & Value

Northwest State Community 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 aid87%
Pell grant recipients11%
Student-faculty ratio25:1