by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Houston Community College, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Houston Community College were $4,344 per year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $5,460. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
The fees portion of those totals added up to $1,440 in-state and $1,836 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,904 | $3,624 |
| Fees | $1,440 | $1,836 |
| Total | $4,344 | $5,460 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much would Houston Community College charge if you go part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To put that price in context, here is how Houston Community College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Relative to the national field, Houston Community College is comparatively affordable.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Houston Community College Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Houston Community College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,904 | $3,624 |
| Two Years Ago | $2,904 | $3,624 |
| One Year Ago | $2,904 | $3,624 |
| Most Recent Year | $2,904 | $3,624 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Houston Community College has moved over recent reported years.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so the figure you see today is unlikely to be the figure you pay across all four years.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Houston Community College, head to the Houston Community College Financial Aid page.