by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current and projected tuition and fees for Occidental College, and how those expenses constrast to nationwide and regional averages. If you're looking for specific information on Oxy costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
The average tuition and fees at Occidental College for undergraduates was $58,426 a year in 2020-2021. Students from California did not receive a discount.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $57,830 | $596 | $58,426 |
Oxy 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 Occidental 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. With yearly tuition and fees charges running about $58,426 for out-of-state undergrads, Occidental College is relatively expensive when compared to other schools in the country. Students do not receive any discounts for living in California.
If you want to know how Oxy compares to other schools in the nation, in the region, and in the state, see the chart below.
| Nationwide | Far Western US | California | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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: Occidental College Financial Aid.
Tuition and Fees for Occidental College increased with an average annual rate of 2.24% over the past five years. The tuition increased by 2.25%, and fees by 1.15%. This school year, students can expect to pay $61,075 if the growth keeps up.
For two years of academic instruction, your cost will end up being $123,520 for two years and $252,640 for four years.
Remeber to factor in additional costs such as room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Oxy.
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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