Cost of Attendance
Community college 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 2025 - Summer 2026)
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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 | $3,761 | $11,283 |
| Approximate Fees | $221 | $663 |
| Housing and Food | $4,446 | $13,338 |
| Books/Supplies | $299 | $897 |
| Medical Insurance | $470 | $1,410 |
| Transportation | $125 | $375 |
| Miscellaneous | * | * |
| Total (US$) | $9,322 | $27,966 |
Intensive English
| Quarter (3 Months) | Academic Year (9 Months) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,898 | $11,694 |
| Approximate Fees | $101 | $303 |
| Housing and Food | $4,446 | $13,338 |
| Books/Supplies | $299 | $897 |
| Medical Insurance | $470 | $1,410 |
| Transportation | $125 | $375 |
| Miscellaneous | * | * |
| Total (US$) | $9,339 | $28,017 |
B.A.S. Degree (year 3 & 4 only)
| Quarter (3 Months) | Academic Year (9 Months) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,261 | $21,783 |
| Approximate Fees | $221 | $663 |
| Housing and Food | $4,446 | $13,338 |
| Books/Supplies | $299 | $897 |
| Medical Insurance | $470 | $1,410 |
| Transportation | $125 | $375 |
| Miscellaneous | * | * |
| Total (US$) | $12,822 | $38,466 |
*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 amounts may vary, depending on the number of credits taken. Refer to the "Tuition Charges Per Credit" document below for more information.
- Fees cover costs associated with campus services, facilities, orientation, and SEVP reporting. Some Career Training programs charge additional fees not included above, ranging from approximately $500 - $7,000. Refer to the program website or contact the program directly for specific fee amounts.
- Housing estimates will vary depending on a student's individual living choices.
- Medical insurance is mandatory and charged automatically upon registration each quarter.