by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Motlow State Community College, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Motlow State Community College came in at $4,738 each year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $17,722. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
Required fees account for came to $298 in-state and $298 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,440 | $17,424 |
| Fees | $298 | $298 |
| Total | $4,738 | $17,722 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and do not cover room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. These costs are the full sticker price.
How much will Motlow State Community College cost if you attend part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how Motlow State Community College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In TN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, Motlow State Community College is about average on cost.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Visit the Motlow State Community College Financial Aid page to learn more.
Here’s how tuition at Motlow State Community College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,104 | $16,920 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,104 | $16,920 |
| One Year Ago | $4,224 | $17,424 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,440 | $17,424 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Motlow has shifted across recent years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 2.39%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $4,851. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 0.95%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $17,890.
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 | $4,851 | $17,890 |
| In 2 Years | $4,966 | $18,059 |
| In 3 Years | $5,084 | $18,230 |
| In 4 Years | $5,205 | $18,402 |
| In 5 Years | $5,329 | $18,576 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $72,581, compared with about $20,106 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Motlow State Community College, check out the Motlow State Community College Financial Aid page.
