by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for Prairie State College, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Prairie State College amounted to $9,342 per year. For students from out of state the figure was $11,064. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
The fees portion of those totals amounted to $732 in-state and $732 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,610 | $10,332 |
| Fees | $732 | $732 |
| Total | $9,342 | $11,064 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. These costs are the full sticker price.
How much would Prairie State College charge if you go part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To see where that lands, here is how Prairie State College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In IL | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Prairie State College comes in lower than most schools.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Prairie State College Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at Prairie State College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,610 | $10,332 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,610 | $10,332 |
| One Year Ago | $8,610 | $10,332 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,610 | $10,332 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Prairie State College has changed across the reported years.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For a closer look at aid at Prairie State College, see the Prairie State College Financial Aid page.