by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Skyline College, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Skyline College ran $1,272 a year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $9,956. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Of those figures, the required fees added up to $44 in-state and $44 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,228 | $9,912 |
| Fees | $44 | $44 |
| Total | $1,272 | $9,956 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will Skyline College cost for part-time students? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Skyline College costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Skyline College sits below the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Skyline College Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at Skyline College has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $1,288 | $9,940 |
| Two Years Ago | $1,288 | $9,464 |
| One Year Ago | $1,288 | $11,340 |
| Most Recent Year | $1,228 | $9,912 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Skyline College has changed across the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition declined relative to the prior year, which is unusual and may reflect a restated figure.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of -2.24%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $1,243. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 0.67%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $10,023.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $1,243 | $10,023 |
| In 2 Years | $1,215 | $10,090 |
| In 3 Years | $1,187 | $10,157 |
| In 4 Years | $1,160 | $10,225 |
| In 5 Years | $1,134 | $10,293 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $40,495, versus roughly $4,805 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
To learn about financial aid at Skyline College, see the Skyline College Financial Aid page.
