Solano Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$7,614
Average Net Price
51%
Receive Aid
35%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Solano Community College is $7,614 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$7,614

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,579
$30,001-48,000$5,198
$48,001-75,000$7,597
$75,001-110,000$8,905
$110,000+$4,725

Financial Aid

Solano Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 51% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 35% 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

35%

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 $1,172 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $8,900. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $3,572, which is 75% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $1,172

Out-of-State: $8,900

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,172
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$16,372

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$1,172
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$15,872

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,900
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,100

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$8,900
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,100

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$1,172
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$4,872

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$8,900
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,100

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Solano College's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Solano Community College has increased costs by $1,664, representing a 28.0% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$5,950

Current Year

$7,614

Change

+$1,664

Affordability & Value

Solano 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 recipients35%
Student-faculty ratio25:1