See current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Texas State Technical College, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Texas State Technical College stood at $7,212 a year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $11,812. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,212 | $11,812 |
| Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,212 | $11,812 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and do not cover room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much will Texas State Technical College cost per credit hour part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Texas State Technical College costs compare against other schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Compared to colleges across the country, Texas State Technical College is comparatively affordable.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the Texas State Technical College Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Texas State Technical College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $6,950 | $11,369 |
| Two Years Ago | $6,969 | $11,435 |
| One Year Ago | $7,192 | $11,842 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,212 | $11,812 |
This chart shows the way tuition at TSTC has moved over recent reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition declined relative to the prior year, which is unusual and may reflect a restated figure.
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.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 1.25%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $7,302. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 1.30%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $11,965.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $7,302 | $11,965 |
| In 2 Years | $7,393 | $12,120 |
| In 3 Years | $7,485 | $12,277 |
| In 4 Years | $7,578 | $12,436 |
| In 5 Years | $7,672 | $12,597 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $48,798, versus roughly $29,758 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For specifics on financial aid at Texas State Technical College, head to the Texas State Technical College Financial Aid page.