by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current and projected in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for South Texas College, and how those expenses constrast to nationwide and regional averages. You can jump to any of the following sections in our South Texas College cost report:
At South Texas College the average out-of-state tuition and fees for undergraduates was $7,920 in 2020-2021. If you were a Texas resident, the yearly charges were $4,530.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $6,000 | $1,920 | $7,920 |
| In-State | $2,610 | $1,920 | $4,530 |
South Texas College tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
How much does South Texas College cost for part-time students?
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. South Texas College compares well with this national average since its average yearly cost in tuition and fees was $7,920 for out-of-state students.
Average in-state tuition and fees for schools across the country is $16,784 a year for undergraduate students. In-state undergraduates at South Texas College pay about $4,530 a year, which is significantly less than the countrywide average.
The chart below shows how South Texas College compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Southwest | Texas | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Note that a school may appear to be more expensive than another school when you look at tuition and fees alone, but it may actually be a better deal when you factor in financial aid packages. For more details on that, see: South Texas College Financial Aid.
With an average annual growth rate of 3.62% for the past five years, Texas residents could expect to pay $4,864 this year if the percentage growth remains the same.
If in-state tuition and fees keeps growing at the same pace, the estimated cost for two years at South Texas College would be $9,903, and $20,536 for four years.
During the same time period, tuition and fees for out-of-state students have increased by 1.03%. Out-of-state students will be charged approximately $8,085 in this academic year if the costs keep going up at the same rate.
This would result in a total cost of $16,253 for two years and $32,844 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at South Texas College.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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