by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Southern Maine Community College charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. If you're looking for specific information on SMCC costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
In 2020-2021, the average out-of-state tuition and fees at Southern Maine Community College ran about $6,754 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. In-state undergraduates received a discount for tuition and fees at the school and only had to pay $3,874 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $5,760 | $994 | $6,754 |
| In-State | $2,880 | $994 | $3,874 |
SMCC tuition and fees is for one year of attendance, not including 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 Southern Maine Community 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 an average cost of $6,754 in tuition and fees for undergraduate students, Southern Maine Community College is inexpensive when compared to the national average.
Average in-state tuition and fees for schools across the country is $16,784 a year for undergraduate students. SMCC only charges $3,874 a year in for in-state undergraduates, making it relatively inexpensive when compared to the national average.
Take a look at the following chart to see how Southern Maine Community College compares to other schools in terms of tuition and fees.
| Nationwide | New England | Maine | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Note that a school may appear to be more expensive than another school when you look at tuition and fees alone, but it may actually be a better deal when you factor in financial aid packages. For more details on that, see: Southern Maine Community College Financial Aid.
With an average annual growth rate of 0.92% for the past five years, Maine residents could expect to pay $3,945 this year if the percentage growth remains the same.
If the in-state SMCC tuition and fees growth rate stays consistent, two years of study could cost $7,927, and four years would cost $16,000.
During the same time period, tuition and fees for out-of-state students have increased by 0.83%. Out-of-state students will be charged approximately $6,866 in this academic year if the costs keep going up at the same rate.
This means an estimated $13,790 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at SMCC, and $27,809 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at SMCC.
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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