by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Central Arizona College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Central Arizona College amounted to $2,250 a year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $4,500. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,250 | $4,500 |
| Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,250 | $4,500 |
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 reduce the amount they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much would Central Arizona College charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how Central Arizona College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In AZ | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Central Arizona College is comparatively affordable.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. See the Central Arizona College Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at Central Arizona College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,580 | $5,160 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| One Year Ago | $2,250 | $4,500 |
| Most Recent Year | $2,250 | $4,500 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Pinal County Community College has tracked over the reported years.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 2.71%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $2,311. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 2.71%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $4,622.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $2,311 | $4,622 |
| In 2 Years | $2,373 | $4,747 |
| In 3 Years | $2,437 | $4,875 |
| In 4 Years | $2,503 | $5,007 |
| In 5 Years | $2,570 | $5,142 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $19,251, or about $9,624 for in-state students.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Central Arizona College, check out the Central Arizona College Financial Aid page.
