Cost of Attendance

2017-18 Average Annual Cost of Attendance based on Full-time enrollment for Fall and Spring semesters.

In-District Includes students living on-campus or off campus
  • Tuition and Fees *                         $4,670
  • Books and Supplies *                        756
  • Room and Board *                         4,500
  • Transportation *                             1,800
  • Personal and Miscellaneous *          840
    • Total                                          $12,566
Out of District
  • Tuition and Fees *                         $6,938
  • Books and Supplies *                        756
  • Room and Board *                         4,500
  • Transportation *                             1,800
  • Personal and Miscellaneous *        840
    • Total                                           $14,834
Out of State
  • Tuition and Fees *                        $7,610
  • Books and Supplies *                       756
  • Room and Board *                        4,500
  • Transportation *                             1,800
  • Personal and Miscellaneous *        840
    • Total                                         $15,506
* Tuition and Fees

Cost of tuition and fees for a typical student based on enrolling for 28 hours per year. In District tuition is calculated based on $165 per credit hour and out of District tuition is calculated based on $246 per credit hour. Out of state tuition is $270 per credit hour. Additional fees are charged for certain academic program courses. Average fees for all students is $5.00 per credit hour.

* Books and Supplies
Average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for an entire academic year. Rental prices were included when available.

* Room and Board

Estimate of what it cost to live in the Sandburg District while attending Sandburg. Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances.

* Transportation
Average cost for transportation from residence to attend classes at Sandburg.

* Personal and Miscellaneous
Average costs for expenses including clothing and other personal expenses.

Other Program Costs

Some programs, especially career or technical programs, may have additional costs such as course fees, lab fees, uniforms, tools, supplies, or equipment expenses. Total estimated program costs are available at Programs of Study. Contact your academic department for additional program costs.

Part Time Adjustments

If you are enrolled less than half-time, your cost of attendance for financial aid will exclude housing, personal, and miscellaneous expenses.