In-State Tuition & Fees

$1,262

Cost of attendance at Cabrillo 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

$8,630

Cost of attendance at Cabrillo 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 Cabrillo College was $18,139. 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

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at Cabrillo College

Cabrillo College net price calculator

$18,139

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 Cabrillo 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 $18,139 $2,036 (13%) $11,067 $12,637 $15,360 $17,029 $20,676
2021 $16,103 $3,732 (30%) $9,823 $11,412 $13,406 $16,070 $18,875
2020 $12,371 $2,863 (30%) $7,302 $8,552 $11,206 $12,131 $15,896
2019 $9,508 $649 (6%) $6,449 $7,371 $9,770 $11,938
2018 $10,157 $71 $7,321 $7,641 $9,932 $11,087 $13,603
2017 $10,228 $548 (6%) $7,363 $8,643 $10,911 $12,022 $14,076
2016 $9,680 $45 $7,397 $8,410 $10,076 $11,903 $13,685
2015 $9,635 $895 (10%) $7,638 $8,416 $10,125 $11,988 $14,153
2014 $8,740 -- $6,313 $7,367 $8,844 $10,694 $12,339

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Cabrillo 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 $29,009 $1,918 (7%) $1,262 $25,587 $2,160
2021 $27,091 No change $1,270 $24,075 $1,746
2020 $27,091 $6,048 (29%) $1,270 $24,075 $1,746
2019 $21,043 $1,483 (8%) $1,270 $18,027 $1,746
2018 $19,560 $113 $1,268 $16,546 $1,746
2017 $19,447 $89 $1,456 $16,245 $1,746
2016 $19,358 $9 $1,376 $16,218 $1,764
2015 $19,349 $54 $1,358 $16,245 $1,746
2014 $19,295 $60 $1,358 $16,227 $1,710
2013 $19,235 -- $1,352 $16,218 $1,665

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?
Cabrillo College estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $2,160.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, Cabrillo 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: $4,806
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $5,508
How much is Cabrillo College application fees?
Cabrillo College does not have an application fee.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
Cabrillo College offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Tuition payment plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Cabrillo College cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $46 Not Available
For out-of-state students $353 Not Available

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Cabrillo 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