by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Central Texas College, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Central Texas College were $4,890 each year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $7,500. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,890 | $7,500 |
| Fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $4,890 | $7,500 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not cover room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Central Texas College charge if you go part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For some context, here is how Central Texas College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Against the nationwide average, Central Texas College sits below the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. See the Central Texas College Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at Central Texas College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $3,570 | $7,440 |
| Two Years Ago | $3,720 | $7,500 |
| One Year Ago | $3,900 | $7,500 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,890 | $7,500 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Central Texas College has changed across the reported years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 11.48%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $5,451. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 0.27%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $7,520.
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 | $5,451 | $7,520 |
| In 2 Years | $6,076 | $7,540 |
| In 3 Years | $6,773 | $7,560 |
| In 4 Years | $7,550 | $7,580 |
| In 5 Years | $8,416 | $7,600 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $30,200, or about $25,850 for in-state students.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For a closer look at aid at Central Texas College, head to the Central Texas College Financial Aid page.
