by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Galveston College, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Galveston College were $3,446 annually. For students from out of state the figure was $6,176. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Required fees account for added up to $1,046 in-state and $1,046 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,400 | $5,130 |
| Fees | $1,046 | $1,046 |
| Total | $3,446 | $6,176 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
What does Galveston College charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
To put that price in context, here is how Galveston College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Galveston College is comparatively affordable.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Galveston College Financial Aid page for more.
Below is how tuition at Galveston College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,010 | $4,260 |
| Two Years Ago | $2,220 | $4,680 |
| One Year Ago | $2,220 | $4,680 |
| Most Recent Year | $2,400 | $5,130 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Galveston College has trended over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition climbed 9.6%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $6,769 the year ahead.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, 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 additional detail.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 5.41%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $3,632. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 5.99%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $6,546.
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 | $3,632 | $6,546 |
| In 2 Years | $3,828 | $6,938 |
| In 3 Years | $4,035 | $7,353 |
| In 4 Years | $4,253 | $7,793 |
| In 5 Years | $4,482 | $8,259 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $28,630, or close to $15,748 for in-state students.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
To learn about financial aid at Galveston College, go to the Galveston College Financial Aid page.
