Funding & Costs

The cost to attend SPSCC is about 1/3 of the price of a public four-year university—plus, you get access state and federal financial aid when you complete the FAFSA or WASFA.

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How much does it cost?

The cost to attend SPSCC varies based on your residency status, credit load, and other factors. 

Annual tuition & fees is about $4,805 plus $900 for books and supplies for a full-time Washington State resident.

Payment plans are available. Visit our Tuition & Fees page for more details and to learn about Consumer Information in accordance with the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act.

Your student budget is the amount of money we estimate you will need for your tuition, books, and living expenses for the 9-month academic year (October-June). Student budgets include only your educational costs, and are subject to change each year.

*Assumes 15 credits per quarter. Course fees not included. Course fees vary and are included in course description in class schedule.

**Active Service Members generally qualify for resident tuition waiver. Service members may also qualify for Dept. of Defense Assistance for a reduced tuition rate. See SPSCC tuition tables for reduced rate based on DOD waiver.

Resident/Non-Resident Definitions: South Puget Sound Community College is a state-assisted institution, tuition rates are lower for Washington-resident students than for nonresidents, including out-of-state and international students. View the Residency webpage for more information.

Your student budget is the amount of money we estimate you will need for your tuition, books, and living expenses for the 9-month academic year (October-June). Student budgets include only your educational costs, and are subject to change each year.

*Assumes 15 credits per quarter. Course fees not included. Course fees vary and are included in course description in class schedule.

**Active Service Members generally qualify for resident tuition waiver. Service members may also qualify for Dept. of Defense Assistance for a reduced tuition rate. See SPSCC tuition tables for reduced rate based on DOD waiver.

Resident/Non-Resident Definitions: South Puget Sound Community College is a state-assisted institution, tuition rates are lower for Washington-resident students than for nonresidents, including out-of-state and international students. View the Residency webpage for more information.

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Funding Options

  • Financial Aid

    Submit the FAFSA or WASFA to see how much funding you qualify for.

  • Scholarships

    Apply for SPSCC scholarships ranging from $500 to $4,000, plus external scholarships.

  • Grants

    Learn about grants that do not have to be paid back.

  • Student Jobs

    SPSCC hires students for jobs on campus all year long.

  • Work Study

    Qualifying students can be hired for Work Study jobs.

  • Workforce Funding

    Workforce programs, like BFET and WorkFirst, provide grants and financial support to help you enter into a high-demand, high-wage career.

  • Veterans Benefits

    Veterans and their families can access VA Educational Benefits.

  • Third Party Payments

    For funding provided by employers, organizations, external scholarships, the GET program, and more.

  • Loans

    Get information about student loans.