by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what College of Southern Maryland charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. In this CSM cost report, you'll find:
In 2020-2021, the average out-of-state tuition and fees at College of Southern Maryland ran about $9,030 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. Those who hail from the state of Maryland get a discount and only needed to pay $7,050 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $7,224 | $1,806 | $9,030 |
| In-State | $5,640 | $1,410 | $7,050 |
College of Southern Maryland tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind a lot of students have financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of college.
How much does College of Southern Maryland 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. College of Southern Maryland compares well with this national average since its average yearly cost in tuition and fees was $9,030 for out-of-state students.
Undergraduates who attend school in the same state they live in pay around $16,784 in yearly tuition and fees. In-state undergraduates at CSM pay about $7,050 a year, which is significantly less than the countrywide average.
If you want to know how CSM compares to other schools in the nation, in the region, and in the state, see the chart below.
| Nationwide | Middle Atlantic | Maryland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
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 of Southern Maryland Financial Aid.
With an average annual growth rate of 1.92% for the past five years, Maryland residents could expect to pay $7,324 this year if the percentage growth remains the same.
If the in-state CSM tuition and fees growth rate stays consistent, two years of study could cost $14,789, and four years would cost $30,152.
For out-of-state students, tuition and fees have increased by about 1.73% in the past five years. This year, out-of-state students will be paying approximately $9,344 if the percentage increases stay the same.
This means an estimated $18,850 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at CSM, and $38,357 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at CSM.
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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