South Seattle College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$9,594
Average Net Price
23%
Receive Aid
37%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at South Seattle College is $9,594 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$9,594

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$6,660
$30,001-48,000$7,206
$48,001-75,000$8,647
$75,001-110,000$11,047
$110,000+$3,118

Financial Aid

South Seattle College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 23% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 37% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

23%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

37%

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 $4,865 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $5,354. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,265, which is 60% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,865

Out-of-State: $5,354

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,865
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,065

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,865
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,565

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,354
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,554

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,354
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,554

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,865
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,565

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,354
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,554

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Seattle South's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, South Seattle College has increased costs by $2,047, representing a 27.1% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$7,547

Current Year

$9,594

Change

+$2,047

Affordability & Value

South Seattle 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 aid23%
Pell grant recipients37%
Student-faculty ratio32:1