Pikes Peak Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$9,311
Average Net Price
88%
Receive Aid
31%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Pikes Peak Community College is $9,311 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$9,311

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$7,824
$30,001-48,000$8,962
$48,001-75,000$10,947
$75,001-110,000$14,446
$110,000+$18,345

Financial Aid

Pikes Peak Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 88% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 31% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

88%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

31%

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 $3,941 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $3,941. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,341, which is 63% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $3,941

Out-of-State: $3,941

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,941
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,141

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,941
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,641

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,941
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,141

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,941
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,141

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,941
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,641

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,941
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,141

Cost Analysis

Analyze how PPCC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Pikes Peak Community College has decreased costs by $318, representing a 3.3% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,629

Current Year

$9,311

Change

$-318

Affordability & Value

Pikes Peak 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 aid88%
Pell grant recipients31%
Student-faculty ratio21:1