by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Del Mar College 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 DMC cost report, you'll find:
At Del Mar College the average out-of-state tuition and fees for undergraduates was $5,930 in 2020-2021. In-state undergraduates received a discount for tuition and fees at the school and only had to pay $4,820 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $3,180 | $2,750 | $5,930 |
| In-State | $2,070 | $2,750 | $4,820 |
These tuition and fees costs include one year of academic instruction, but do not cover room and board.
Remeber that many students qualify for scholarships and financial aid that will lower the amount they have to pay.
How much does Del Mar College cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. Del Mar College out-of-state undergraduates, on the other hand, pay about $5,930 a year in tuition and fees, making the school relatively inexpensive.
Average in-state tuition and fees for schools across the country is $16,784 a year for undergraduate students. Undergraduates who hail from Texas pay an average of $4,820 a year to attend DMC, making the school a bargain if you only consider tuition and fees alone.
The chart below shows how DMC compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Southwest | Texas | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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: Del Mar College Financial Aid.
Tuition and Fees for in-state Del Mar College increased with an average annual rate of 9.12% over the past five years. This school year, in-state students can expect to pay $5,739 if the growth keeps up.
If in-state tuition and fees keeps growing at the same pace, the estimated cost for two years at DMC would be $12,002, and $26,294 for four years.
Tuition and fees for out-of-state students have grown by about 8.97% in the past five years. This school year, students outside of the state will pay an estimated $7,042.
For two years This means an estimated $14,715 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at DMC, and $32,190 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at DMC.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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