by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Laney College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Laney College stood at $1,258 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $9,898. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of those figures, the required fees were $154 in-state and $154 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $9,744 |
| Fees | $154 | $154 |
| Total | $1,258 | $9,898 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and do not cover room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will Laney College cost if you attend part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For some context, here is how Laney College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, Laney 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 Laney College Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at Laney College has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,104 | $8,472 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,104 | $8,472 |
| One Year Ago | $1,104 | $8,472 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,104 | $9,744 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Laney College has moved over recent reported years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition rose 15.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $11,384 for the upcoming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 3.19%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $1,298. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 4.66%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $10,359.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $1,298 | $10,359 |
| In 2 Years | $1,339 | $10,841 |
| In 3 Years | $1,381 | $11,346 |
| In 4 Years | $1,425 | $11,874 |
| In 5 Years | $1,470 | $12,427 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $44,420, compared with about $5,443 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For specifics on financial aid at Laney College, visit the Laney College Financial Aid page.
