Average Cost of Attendance
Estimated average costs for a full-time student for the 2026–2027 academic year, based on 30 credit hours. Your actual costs will vary depending on your program, living situation, and personal choices.
| Expense | In District with Parents |
In District Off-Campus |
Out of District with Parents |
Out of District Off-Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $3,660 | $3,660 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,608 | $1,608 | $1,608 | $1,608 |
| Food and Housing | $3,204 | $9,135 | $3,204 | $9,135 |
| Transportation | $3,897 | $3,204 | $3,897 | $3,204 |
| Personal and Misc. | $2,772 | $2,529 | $2,772 | $2,529 |
| Total | $15,141 | $20,136 | $15,681 | $20,676 |
What's Included in These Estimates
- Tuition and Fees
- The average cost of tuition and fees for a typical student enrolling for 30 hours per year. Actual costs for tuition, fees, books, and supplies will vary depending on your degree or certificate program.
- Books and Supplies
- The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for an entire academic year.
- Food and Housing
- A reasonable estimate of what it would cost to live in Waco while attending school. Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances.
- Transportation
- A reasonable estimate of gasoline, insurance, and maintenance for an academic year.
- Personal and Misc.
- A reasonable estimate of the amount spent on personal essentials and entertainment for an academic year.
These figures are estimates. For a personalized cost estimate based on your specific situation, use the Net Price Calculator.