Use the figures below to see the per-credit-hour cost for part-time students at San Jose City College, plus the regular full-year tuition and fees for context.
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For in-state part-time enrollment the rate is $46 per credit hour. Out-of-state part-time students pay $423 for each credit hour.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $46 | $423 |
Remember that this per-credit-hour figure is before any aid or scholarships that could lower the cost.
For the full picture, the annual tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates at San Jose City College are broken out below.
Required fees account for amounted to $78 in-state and $78 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,288 | $11,844 |
| Fees | $78 | $78 |
| Total | $1,366 | $11,922 |
These tuition and fees cover one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board costs.
Below is how tuition at San Jose City College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,288 | $9,408 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,288 | $9,408 |
| One Year Ago | $1,288 | $9,408 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,288 | $11,844 |
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 25.9%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $15,008 the year after.
At most colleges, tuition rises a little each year, so budget for the cost climbing as you progress.
When you map out how you’ll pay for college, build in expected annual increases so future years stay within reach.
Cost per credit hour is just the starting figure — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at San Jose City College, see the San Jose City College Financial Aid page.
For the standard full-year figures, visit the San Jose City College Tuition & Fees page.