by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Pasadena City College, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Pasadena City College amounted to $1,180 per year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $9,820. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
The fees portion of those totals totaled $76 in-state and $76 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,104 | $9,744 |
| Fees | $76 | $76 |
| Total | $1,180 | $9,820 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The totals here are the list price.
What will Pasadena City College charge part-time students? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For perspective, here is how Pasadena City College costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, Pasadena City College is a relative bargain.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Review the Pasadena City College Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Pasadena City College has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,104 | $7,368 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,104 | $8,712 |
| One Year Ago | $1,104 | $10,680 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,104 | $9,744 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Pasadena City College has shifted across recent years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition fell slightly, which is uncommon and may be a data restatement.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
See 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 0.23%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $1,182. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 10.63%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $10,863.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $1,182 | $10,863 |
| In 2 Years | $1,184 | $12,017 |
| In 3 Years | $1,186 | $13,293 |
| In 4 Years | $1,188 | $14,705 |
| In 5 Years | $1,190 | $16,267 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $50,878, compared with about $4,740 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For specifics on financial aid at Pasadena City College, see the Pasadena City College Financial Aid page.
