In-State Tuition & Fees

$1,142

Cost of attendance at Compton College in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$8,102

Cost of attendance at Compton College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $8,757

Average Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at Compton College was $10,875. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Compton College net price calculator

$10,875

Below is the average net price of 2 year, public colleges in California and nationwide.

California's average $10,382
National average $8,115
Below is the net price of Compton College for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $10,875 $7,015 (182%) $9,176 $8,337 $9,937 $14,739
2021 $3,860 $8,313 (68%) $2,863 $2,625 $3,757 $5,703
2020 $12,173 $2,459 (25%) $11,215
2019 $9,714 $618 (7%) $7,212 $7,005 $10,188 $10,665
2018 $9,096 $745 (8%) $8,068 $8,273 $11,631
2017 $9,841 $1,688 (21%) $8,661 $8,475 $9,957 $11,479
2016 $8,153 $605 (8%) $7,166 $7,611 $9,716 $10,587
2015 $7,548 $764 (9%) $6,460 $7,423 $8,771
2014 $8,312 -- $6,475 $7,085 $9,295

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Compton College's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $24,281 $837 (4%) $1,142 $22,014 $1,125
2021 $23,444 $27 $1,142 $21,222 $1,080
2020 $23,471 $2,382 (11%) $1,142 $20,358 $1,971
2019 $21,089 $527 (3%) $1,142 $18,027 $1,920
2018 $20,562 $978 (5%) $1,142 $17,572 $1,848
2017 $19,584 $540 (3%) $1,142 $16,650 $1,792
2016 $19,044 $512 (3%) $1,142 $16,138 $1,764
2015 $18,532 $12 $1,142 $15,644 $1,746
2014 $18,520 $488 (3%) $1,142 $15,722 $1,656
2013 $19,008 -- $1,142 $16,166 $1,700

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
Compton College estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $1,125.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, Compton College estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: N/A
  • If living off-campus, with family: $4,275
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $4,761
How much is Compton College application fees?
Compton College does not have an application fee.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
Compton College offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Tuition payment plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Compton College cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $46 Not Available
For out-of-state students $373 Not Available

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Compton College during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Not Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Not Offered

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