Review current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Cleveland State Community College, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Cleveland State Community College came in at $4,762 a year. For students from out of state the figure was $17,746. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees were $322 in-state and $322 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,440 | $17,424 |
| Fees | $322 | $322 |
| Total | $4,762 | $17,746 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
What will Cleveland State Community College charge if you go part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To put that price in context, here is how Cleveland State Community College prices compare to peer schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In TN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Cleveland State Community College sits close to the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Cleveland State Community College Financial Aid page to learn more.
Take a look at how tuition at Cleveland State Community College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,104 | $16,920 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,104 | $16,920 |
| One Year Ago | $4,376 | $18,016 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,440 | $17,424 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Cleveland State Community College has moved over recent reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition fell slightly, which is uncommon and may be a data restatement.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 2.70%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $4,890. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 1.09%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $17,939.
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 | $4,890 | $17,939 |
| In 2 Years | $5,022 | $18,134 |
| In 3 Years | $5,157 | $18,332 |
| In 4 Years | $5,296 | $18,532 |
| In 5 Years | $5,439 | $18,734 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $72,937, versus roughly $20,365 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Cleveland State Community College, head to the Cleveland State Community College Financial Aid page.