Sinclair Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,830
Average Net Price
51%
Receive Aid
38%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Sinclair Community College is $5,830 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,830

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$3,874
$30,001-48,000$4,617
$48,001-75,000$6,773
$75,001-110,000$8,059
$110,000+$8,565

Financial Aid

Sinclair Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 51% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 38% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

51%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

38%

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 $4,569 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $8,316. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,969, which is 61% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,569

Out-of-State: $8,316

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,569
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,769

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,569
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,269

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,316
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,516

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,316
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,516

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,569
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,269

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,316
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,516

Cost Analysis

Analyze how SINCLAIR's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Sinclair Community College has increased costs by $354, representing a 6.5% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$5,476

Current Year

$5,830

Change

+$354

Affordability & Value

Sinclair 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 aid51%
Pell grant recipients38%
Student-faculty ratio15:1