by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Pickens Technical College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Pickens Technical College came in at $5,140 for the year. For students from out of state the figure was $9,250. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
The fees portion of those totals amounted to $1,030 in-state and $1,030 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,110 | $8,220 |
| Fees | $1,030 | $1,030 |
| Total | $5,140 | $9,250 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much will Pickens Technical College cost for part-time students? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For some context, here is how Pickens Technical College costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In CO | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, Pickens Technical College is comparatively affordable.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. See the Pickens Technical College Financial Aid page to learn more.
The table below shows how tuition at Pickens Technical College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $3,900 | $7,800 |
| Two Years Ago | $3,900 | $7,300 |
| One Year Ago | $3,900 | $7,300 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,110 | $8,220 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Pickens Technical College has moved over recent reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition moved up 12.6%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $10,415 in the following year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 1.42%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $5,212. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 1.79%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $9,415.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $5,212 | $9,415 |
| In 2 Years | $5,286 | $9,583 |
| In 3 Years | $5,361 | $9,754 |
| In 4 Years | $5,437 | $9,928 |
| In 5 Years | $5,514 | $10,106 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $38,680, compared with about $21,296 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For details on financial aid availability at Pickens Technical College, go to the Pickens Technical College Financial Aid page.
