Cost of Attendence / Federal Student Aid Estimator

The estimated educational costs noted below are based upon Statewide and regional expenses for all students. These include tuition/fees, books/supplies, living expenses (food and housing), transportation, and personal expenses. Additional costs such as dependent care, disability, or study abroad expenses can also be included.  Please contact your home college's financial aid office.

Tuition, books, supplies, and equipment costs are adjusted based on the enrollment status of each student and could affect a student’s Pell Grant eligibility, particularly for less-than-half-time students. Students should contact their home college's financial aid office if they have any questions or determine if their cost of attendance can be adjusted due to allowable special circumstances.

• Cost of Attendance 2025-2026
• Cost of Attendance 2024-2025

Federal Student Aid Estimator

The Federal Student Aid Estimator helps prospective students estimate the cost of attending college after financial aid. By answering a few questions about your household and educational plans, you'll receive an estimate of the federal financial aid you may qualify for and your expected college costs.

While the estimate is not a financial aid offer, it can help you plan ahead and better understand your potential educational expenses.

Why Use the Federal Student Aid Estimator?

The estimator can help you:

• Estimate your eligibility for federal student aid.
• Estimate your expected cost of attending college after grants and scholarships.
• Compare potential college costs while exploring your options.
• Prepare for financial planning before applying for aid.

Before You Begin

The estimator takes about 10–15 minutes to complete. You may be asked to provide information such as:

• Student age and date of birth
• Marital status
• Household size
• Number of family members attending college
• Household income
• State of residency
• Living arrangements while attending college

Important Information

Please keep the following in mind:

• The Federal Student Aid Estimator provides an estimate only and is not an application for financial aid.
• Results are based on the information you provide.
• Your official financial aid eligibility will be determined after you submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA), if applicable.
• Actual financial aid awards are determined by the Financial Aid Office.

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