by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Tri-County Community College, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Tri-County Community College came in at $2,636 each year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $8,780. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees amounted to $204 in-state and $204 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,432 | $8,576 |
| Fees | $204 | $204 |
| Total | $2,636 | $8,780 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and does not include room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What will Tri-County Community College cost if you attend part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how Tri-County Community College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In NC | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, Tri-County Community College sits below the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Check the Tri-County Community College Financial Aid page for more.
The table below shows how tuition at Tri-County Community College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,432 | $8,576 |
| Two Years Ago | $2,304 | $8,576 |
| One Year Ago | $2,432 | $8,576 |
| Most Recent Year | $2,432 | $8,576 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Tri-County Community College has moved over recent reported years.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the figure you see today is unlikely to be the figure you pay across all four years.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Tri-County Community College, head to the Tri-County Community College Financial Aid page.