Glendale Community College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Glendale Community College was $1,104 a year for in-state students and $6,504 a year for out-of-state students.

On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students pay much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Does Glendale Community College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Glendale Community College is a public institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $1,104 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Attending a college where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save students a lot of money on the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Take the time to confirm your state's rules for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be additional requirements too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Glendale Community College?

Tuition at GCC is the same for all students.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or GCC-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at GCC:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideGCC •GCC-specific scholarships •International Students Tuition Waivers

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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Glendale Community College Room, Board, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when estimating the cost of attendance for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at GCC.

House and Food Costs at GCC

Housing and campus dining at GCC is $17,784 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the GCC's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

GCC doesn't offer on-campus housing for students, so there are no charge for dorms, however students should consider the cost of off-campus housing when evaluating the cost of various colleges.

Board costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at GCC?

First-year students are sometimes surprised by how much books and supplies cost–and not in a good way. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the textbooks, computer programs, or other materials are required.. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be additional fees associated with participating in special activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools offer resources so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at GCC

The total cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus walkable? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these questions can drastically impact your transportation budget.

A school's location can also have a big effect on your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand getting around in an urban area might be pricey, but there may be more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. Glendale Community Collegeis in a urban setting in California, not far from Los Angeles.

Other Costs

When estimating your budget for college, be sure to take into account the cost of things like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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The Full Cost of Attending Glendale Community College

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for GCC.

How Much Does GCC Cost?

What will the cost of attending GCC be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$1,104
Out-of-State Tuition	$6,504
Room and Board	$17,784
Other expenses	$3,924

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Glendale Community College Financial Aid

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The majority of GCC undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 12,000 of the 16,781 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. GCC meets 60% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

Most Common Loans for GCC Students

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on GCC financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Glendale Community College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, GCC awarded 12,000 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $33.4 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $100000 in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Glendale Community College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for GCC students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of GCC seem more manageable.

What will attending GCC really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the GCC's net cost calculator on their website.

Glendale Community College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

GCC offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

GCC Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even if you qualify for a waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

GCC has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - International Students

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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