Pierce College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$12,822
Average Net Price
81%
Receive Aid
27%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Pierce College is $12,822 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$12,822

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$10,111
$30,001-48,000$10,990
$48,001-75,000$14,228
$75,001-110,000$15,592
$110,000+$16,145

Financial Aid

Pierce College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 81% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 27% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

81%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

27%

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 $1,196 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $1,196. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,596, which is 75% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,196

Out-of-State: $1,196

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,196
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,396

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,196
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$15,896

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,196
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,396

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,196
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,396

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,196
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$4,896

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,196
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$5,396

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Piercecollege's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Pierce College has decreased costs by $600, representing a 4.5% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$13,422

Current Year

$12,822

Change

$-600

Affordability & Value

Pierce 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 aid81%
Pell grant recipients27%
Student-faculty ratio27:1