Polk State College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$9,588
Average Net Price
49%
Receive Aid
51%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Polk State College is $9,588 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$9,588

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$8,525
$30,001-48,000$9,488
$48,001-75,000$10,087
$75,001-110,000$9,554
$110,000+$9,433

Financial Aid

Polk State College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 49% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 51% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

49%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

51%

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 $3,366 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $12,272. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $5,766, which is 65% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $3,366

Out-of-State: $12,272

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,366
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,566

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,366
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,066

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$12,272
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$27,472

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$12,272
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$27,472

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,366
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,066

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$12,272
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$16,472

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Polk State's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Polk State College has increased costs by $1,361, representing a 16.5% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$8,227

Current Year

$9,588

Change

+$1,361

Affordability & Value

Polk State 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 aid49%
Pell grant recipients51%
Student-faculty ratio20:1