Here are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Compton College, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Compton College amounted to $1,142 annually. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $8,822. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Required fees account for added up to $38 in-state and $38 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $8,784 |
| Fees | $38 | $38 |
| Total | $1,142 | $8,822 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not include room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
What will Compton College charge if you go part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To put that price in context, here is how Compton College costs compare against other schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, Compton College comes in lower than most schools.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Review the Compton College Financial Aid page to learn more.
Take a look at how tuition at Compton College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,104 | $8,952 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,104 | $8,784 |
| One Year Ago | $1,104 | $8,784 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,104 | $8,784 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Compton College has moved over recent reported years.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For specifics on financial aid at Compton College, check out the Compton College Financial Aid page.