by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Linn-Benton Community College, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Linn-Benton Community College were $7,317 each year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $15,901. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Of that total, required fees were $835 in-state and $835 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,482 | $15,066 |
| Fees | $835 | $835 |
| Total | $7,317 | $15,901 |
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 numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much would Linn-Benton Community College charge if you go part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
To put that price in context, here is how Linn-Benton Community College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In OR | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Compared to colleges across the country, Linn-Benton Community College sits close to the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Review the Linn-Benton Community College Financial Aid page for specifics.
Take a look at how tuition at Linn-Benton Community College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,327 | $12,382 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,539 | $12,877 |
| One Year Ago | $5,817 | $13,521 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,482 | $15,066 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at LBCC has shifted across recent years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition moved up 11.4%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $17,717 the year ahead.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 8.96%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $7,972. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 7.77%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $17,137.
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 | $7,972 | $17,137 |
| In 2 Years | $8,686 | $18,469 |
| In 3 Years | $9,464 | $19,904 |
| In 4 Years | $10,312 | $21,451 |
| In 5 Years | $11,236 | $23,118 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $76,961, versus roughly $36,434 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at Linn-Benton Community College, see the Linn-Benton Community College Financial Aid page.
