See current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for College of the Redwoods, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at College of the Redwoods amounted to $1,198 annually. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $8,854. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees added up to $94 in-state and $94 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $8,760 |
| Fees | $94 | $94 |
| Total | $1,198 | $8,854 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and does not include room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. These costs are the full sticker price.
How much does College of the Redwoods cost per credit hour part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how College of the Redwoods costs compare against other schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Relative to the national field, College of the Redwoods sits below the national average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Check the College of the Redwoods Financial Aid page to learn more.
Take a look at how tuition at College of the Redwoods has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,380 | $10,620 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,380 | $11,370 |
| One Year Ago | $1,380 | $10,230 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,104 | $8,760 |
This chart shows the way tuition at College of the Redwoods has shifted across recent years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition declined relative to the prior year, which is unusual and may reflect a restated figure.
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.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For specifics on financial aid at College of the Redwoods, see the College of the Redwoods Financial Aid page.