Cost of Attendance
Community college tuition is more affordable than most four-year colleges and universities. You can save thousands of dollars by studying the first two years of your higher education at Seattle Colleges.
Cost estimates for international students (Fall 2022 - Summer 2023)
College Bridge and College
College Bridge, University Transfer, High School Completion Plus, Career Training, and IP Short-Term Certificate
| Quarter (3 Months) | Academic Year (9 Months) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,403 | $10,209 |
| Approximate Fees | $205 | $615 |
| Housing and Food | $3,298 | $9,894 |
| Books/Supplies | $299 | $897 |
| Medical Insurance | $418 | $1,254 |
| Transportation | $125 | $375 |
| Miscellaneous | * | * |
| Total (US$) | $7,748 | $23,244 |
Intensive English
| Quarter (3 Months) | Academic Year (9 Months) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,330 | $9,990 |
| Approximate Fees | $75 | $225 |
| Housing and Food | $3,298 | $9,894 |
| Books/Supplies | $299 | $897 |
| Medical Insurance | $418 | $1,254 |
| Transportation | $125 | $375 |
| Miscellaneous | * | * |
| Total (US$) | $7,545 | $22,635 |
B.A.S. Degree (year 3 & 4 only)
| Quarter (3 Months) | Academic Year (9 Months) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,596 | $19,788 |
| Approximate Fees | $205 | $615 |
| Housing and Food | $3,298 | $9,894 |
| Books/Supplies | $299 | $897 |
| Medical Insurance | $418 | $1,254 |
| Transportation | $125 | $375 |
| Miscellaneous | * | * |
| Total (US$) | $10,941 | $32,823 |
*Miscellaneous covers living expenses such as clothing, laundry, and entertainment. Costs will vary depending on lifestyle and living situation. Average expenses are $600 per quarter / $1,800 per academic year.
Notes:
- Amounts are rounded up to the nearest dollar.
- Tuition is based on 15 credits. Exact tuition amounts may vary slightly, usually by $100-$200.
- Fees cover costs associated with campus services, facilities, orientation, and SEVP reporting. Some Career Training programs charge additional fees not included above ranging from $357 - $6,527. The fees are added to the student's I-20 form after admission into the affected program.
- Housing estimates will vary depending on a student's individual living choices.
- Medical insurance is mandatory and charged automatically upon registration each quarter.