Here is what part-time students pay per credit hour at Southwestern Community College, plus the regular full-year tuition and fees for context.
Here’s what this page covers:
For in-state part-time enrollment the rate is $76 per credit hour. For out-of-state students the figure is $268 per credit.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $76 | $268 |
Bear in mind this is the listed per-credit-hour price and excludes any grant aid or scholarships a student may qualify for.
As a comparison, full-time undergraduate tuition and fees at Southwestern Community College follow below.
Of that annual total, required fees added up to $320 in-state and $320 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,792 | $12,864 |
| Fees | $320 | $320 |
| Total | $4,112 | $13,184 |
The totals above are for instruction and do not cover room and board.
Tuition at Southwestern Community College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,392 | $7,704 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,976 | $6,968 |
| One Year Ago | $5,472 | $19,296 |
| Most Recent Year | $3,792 | $12,864 |
Most recently, out-of-state tuition moved down, which is uncommon and may reflect a data restatement.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so budget for the cost climbing as you progress.
When planning, assume the rate will rise each year so future years stay within reach.
A per-credit-hour figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can change the actual price a part-time student pays substantially.
For details on financial aid availability at Southwestern Community College, visit the Southwestern Community College Financial Aid page.
Comparing to full-time enrollment? See the Southwestern Community College Tuition & Fees page.