Here is what part-time students pay per credit hour at Carteret Community College, next to the annual tuition and fee totals.
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In-state students taking courses part-time pay $76 per credit. Out-of-state part-time students pay $268 per credit.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $76 | $268 |
Keep in mind that the per-credit-hour rate is the sticker price and does not factor in any financial aid or scholarships a student may qualify for.
To put the per-credit-hour rate in context, full-time annual tuition and fees at Carteret Community College follow below.
The fees portion of those annual totals amounted to $182 in-state and $182 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,128 | $8,040 |
| Fees | $182 | $182 |
| Total | $2,310 | $8,222 |
These tuition and fees cover one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board costs.
Tuition at Carteret Community College has shifted over the past few years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,432 | $8,576 |
| Two Years Ago | $2,432 | $8,576 |
| One Year Ago | $2,128 | $7,772 |
| Most Recent Year | $2,128 | $8,040 |
Most recently, out-of-state tuition moved up 3.4%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $8,505 for the upcoming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so budget for the cost climbing as you progress.
Add a yearly growth assumption to your budget so future years stay within reach.
The per-credit-hour price is only the beginning of the cost story — grant aid and scholarships often reduce what students actually pay.
For more on financial aid at Carteret Community College, see the Carteret Community College Financial Aid page.
For the standard full-year figures, visit the Carteret Community College Tuition & Fees page.