by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Athens Technical College, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Athens Technical College stood at $3,390 per year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $5,958. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees added up to $822 in-state and $822 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,568 | $5,136 |
| Fees | $822 | $822 |
| Total | $3,390 | $5,958 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much does Athens Technical College cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Athens Technical College costs compare against other schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In GA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, Athens Technical College sits below the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Athens Technical College Financial Aid page to learn more.
The table below shows how tuition at Athens Technical College has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,400 | $4,800 |
| Two Years Ago | $2,400 | $4,800 |
| One Year Ago | $2,400 | $4,800 |
| Most Recent Year | $2,568 | $5,136 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Athens Technical College has changed across the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition climbed 7.0%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $6,375 next year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
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 3.49%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $3,508. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 2.98%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $6,135.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $3,508 | $6,135 |
| In 2 Years | $3,630 | $6,317 |
| In 3 Years | $3,756 | $6,505 |
| In 4 Years | $3,887 | $6,698 |
| In 5 Years | $4,022 | $6,897 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $25,655, or about $14,781 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For more on the aid available at Athens Technical College, check out the Athens Technical College Financial Aid page.
