by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Big Bend Community College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Big Bend Community College ran $5,059 a year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $5,619. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Required fees account for added up to $286 in-state and $286 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,773 | $5,333 |
| Fees | $286 | $286 |
| Total | $5,059 | $5,619 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and does not include room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much does Big Bend Community College cost if you attend part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Big Bend Community College prices compare to peer schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In WA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, Big Bend Community College sits below the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Visit the Big Bend Community College Financial Aid page to learn more.
Tuition at Big Bend Community College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,343 | $4,812 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,458 | $4,948 |
| One Year Ago | $4,623 | $5,157 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,773 | $5,333 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Big Bend Community College has shifted across recent years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition climbed 3.4%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $5,810 next year.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 3.01%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $5,211. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 3.30%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $5,804.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $5,211 | $5,804 |
| In 2 Years | $5,367 | $5,995 |
| In 3 Years | $5,528 | $6,192 |
| In 4 Years | $5,694 | $6,396 |
| In 5 Years | $5,865 | $6,606 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $24,387, versus roughly $21,800 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Big Bend Community College, visit the Big Bend Community College Financial Aid page.
