Reading Area Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$8,869
Average Net Price
86%
Receive Aid
43%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Reading Area Community College is $8,869 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$8,869

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,980
$30,001-48,000$6,502
$48,001-75,000$8,278
$75,001-110,000$10,947
$110,000+$13,943

Financial Aid

Reading Area Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 86% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 43% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

86%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

43%

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 $4,560 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $9,120. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,960, which is 61% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,560

Out-of-State: $9,120

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,560
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,760

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,560
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,260

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,120
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,320

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,120
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,320

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,560
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,260

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$9,120
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,320

Cost Analysis

Analyze how RACC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Reading Area Community College has decreased costs by $1,013, representing a 10.3% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,882

Current Year

$8,869

Change

$-1,013

Affordability & Value

Reading Area 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 aid86%
Pell grant recipients43%
Student-faculty ratio20:1