by our College Data Analytics TeamAre the tuition & fee charges at College for Creative Studies reasonable when compared to nationwide averages? Find out here. You can jump to any of the following sections in our CCS cost report:
Combined tuition and fees at College for Creative Studies for the 2020-2021 academic year was $47,585 for undergraduates. There was no discount for in-state students.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $46,170 | $1,415 | $47,585 |
CCS tuition and fees is for one year of attendance, not including room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
How much does College for Creative Studies cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
At the national level, average out-of-state tuition and fees are $19,933 a year. At $47,585 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at College for Creative Studies was high when compared to the national average. Note that CCS does not give any in-state discounts.
The chart below shows how CCS compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Great Lakes | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: College for Creative Studies Financial Aid.
CCS tuition and fees have grown about 2.58% annually for the past five years. The tuition increased by 2.62%, and fees by 1.29%. The estimated cost for this year's tuition and fees is $50,068 if the growth rate continues.
For two years of academic instruction, your cost will end up being $101,427 for two years and $208,147 for four years.
These numbers don't include room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at CCS.
Be aware of just how much the tuition and fees are increasing each year. At most colleges undergrads will wind up spending more on their last year of school compared to what they did for their first.
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