Lansing Community College

In 2022, tuition for full-time Lansing Community College students was $6,840 a year for in-state students and $10,260 a year for out-of-state students.

On average, college tuition goes up about 3% every year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students find the actual cost of college is way less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Plus, student loans can make the amount you do have to pay out of pocket feel more doable until you're done with college.

International students can expect to pay 11,970 per year for tuition at Lansing Community College.

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

Lansing Community College is a public, state institution, which means it offers a reduced tuition rate of $6,840 for students who qualify as state residents and attend full-time.Non-Michigan residents can expect to pay 10,260 per year for tuition.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. These institutions offer a lower cost of attendance for students who are residents of that state.

Choosing an insitution where you qualify for in-state tuition can drastically reduce the cost of tuition, as well as loans and interest owed. Don't forget to verify your state's criteria for as an in-state resident. 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 the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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

Tuition at Lansing Community College is higher for international students than it is for out-of-state students.

International students at Lansing Community College usually pay around $11,970 per year, before any scholarships or financial aid.

Students from outside of the U.S. are not eligible for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships.

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Lansing Community College Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Lansing Community College.

Room and Board Costs at Lansing Community College

Housing and campus dining at Lansing Community College costs $12,800 a year. This number covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a dining plan that enables you to eat in the Lansing Community College's on-campus cafeterias and dining facilities.

Lansing Community College does not offer on-campus housing for students, so there are no charge for dorms, however students should consider other housing costs when estimating the cost of different colleges.

Meal-plan costs may vary depending on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

Cost of Books at Lansing Community College

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

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges also have fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be other costs associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools offer ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Lansing Community College

The cost of getting around in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these questions can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation.

The location of a college or university 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 a city might be pricey, but cities may offer more trains, busses and low-cost flight options to actually get to school. Lansing Community Collegeis in a urban setting in Michigan.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to take into account personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Lansing Community College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Lansing Community College.

How Much Does Lansing Community College Cost?

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

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$6,840
Out-of-State Tuition	$10,260
Room and Board	$12,800
Other expenses	$1,600

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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Lansing Community College Financial Aid

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In 2022, 0 of the 11,673 undergrads enrolled received financial aid.

Most Common Loans for Lansing Community College 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 Lansing Community College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Lansing 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.

Net Cost of Lansing Community College

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 Lansing Community College 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 Lansing Community College seem more manageable.

What will attending Lansing Community College 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 Lansing Community College's net cost calculator on their website.

Lansing Community College Tuition Payment Plans

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

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

Does Lansing Community College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes offer tuition waivers to certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges 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.

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

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