Pierce College District Cost & Financial Aid Information

$8,495
Average Net Price
36%
Receive Aid
28%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Pierce College District is $8,495 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$8,495

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$5,903
$30,001-48,000$7,192
$48,001-75,000$8,633
$75,001-110,000$11,990
$110,000+$13,705

Financial Aid

Pierce College District demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 36% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 28% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

36%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

28%

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 $4,686 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,211. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,086, which is 60% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,686

Out-of-State: $5,211

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,686
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,886

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,686
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,386

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,211
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,411

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,211
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,411

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,686
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,386

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,211
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,411

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Pierce College's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Pierce College District has increased costs by $1,125, representing a 15.3% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$7,370

Current Year

$8,495

Change

+$1,125

Affordability & Value

Pierce College District 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 aid36%
Pell grant recipients28%
Student-faculty ratio21:1