Below you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Gulf Coast State College, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Gulf Coast State College came in at $2,370 per year. For students from out of state the figure was $8,635. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of that total, required fees amounted to $620 in-state and $1,570 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,750 | $7,065 |
| Fees | $620 | $1,570 |
| Total | $2,370 | $8,635 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Gulf Coast State College charge if you go part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how Gulf Coast State College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In FL | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Gulf Coast State College is a relative bargain.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Review the Gulf Coast State College Financial Aid page for more.
Below is how tuition at Gulf Coast State College has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,750 | $7,065 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,750 | $7,065 |
| One Year Ago | $1,750 | $7,065 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,750 | $7,065 |
The chart here shows how tuition at GCSC has moved over recent reported years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
To learn about financial aid at Gulf Coast State College, go to the Gulf Coast State College Financial Aid page.