2026-2027 Tuition & Fees
Yavapai College is a great value in higher education. Tuition is based on state residency.
NEW!!! Compare YC to State College Costs
Full-time Student Discount - Coming soon
Concurrent Enrollment Discount - Coming soon
Tuition is due at the time of registration. Financial Aid and Payment Plans may be available. Please contact the Cashier at (928) 776-2124 or bursar@yc.edu for any questions.
Fall 2026 - Summer 2027 In-State Tuition Rates (subject to change)
Use the Price Calculator | Residency requirements
| Course Prefix | 100-200 Level Courses Rate (per hour) | 300-400 Level Courses Rate (per hour) |
|---|---|---|
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Tier 1 Tuition Rate ANT, ASL, CHP, COM, ENG, FYE, HIS, HUM, MAT, PHI, POS, PSY, REL, SOC, SPA, STU |
$116.00 | $174.00 |
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Tier 2 Tuition Rate ACC, AFL, AGC, AGE, AGS, AIM, AIT, AJS*, ART, AUT, AVT* (122, 123, 124, 260), BIO, BSA, CBT, CDT*, CHM, CNC, CNT, CPD, CSA, CSC, CUL, DAN, DES, ECE, ECN, EDU, EGR, ELT, ENT, ENV, EUT, EXW, FMA, FSC*, GEO, GLG, IPT, LAW, LDR, MET, MGT, MKT, MSL, MTC, MUS*, MXR, NTR, PHE, PHY, REC*, TDP, THR, UAS, VGD, WLD |
$143.00 | $215.00 |
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Tier 3 Tuition Rate AHS, BHS, DMS, EMS, ICE, IHF, IHM, IHR, LPN, NSG, RAD |
$209.00 | $314.00 |
| Market Tuition Rates (per credit hour) | ||
| AVT - Aviation | Coming Soon | N/A |
| GST - Gunsmithing | $168.00 | N/A |
| HVA - Heating, Cooling, and Air Conditioning | $175.00 | N/A |
| VEN - Viticulture | $175.00 | N/A |
*Some AVT, CDT, FSC, MUS, and REC courses may have additional fees. Please look at the Fees tab for details.
Why spend over $2,000 for one class when you can save almost 90% by taking it at Yavapai?
Completing coursework at Yavapai College is one of the smartest decisions you'll make during your pursuit of a degree or certificate, whether you intend to transfer to an undergraduate or graduate program or not.
Considering a four-year degree? Taking your general education courses at Yavapai College can save you a considerable amount of money. Tuition Comparison Graphic - Yavapai College vs others (PDF)
| School | Tuition | Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University* | $2,295.00 | $157.00 | $2,452.00 |
| Northern Arizona University* | $2,283.00 | $476.00 | $2,759.00 |
| University of Arizona* | $2,421.00 | $302.21 | $2,544.13 |
| Yavapai College *School info retrieved 5/21/19 |
$273.00 | $0.00 | $273.00 |
Course Fees (*subject to change)
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| CDT255 course fee | $1,349.00 |
| FSC105 course fee | $449.00 |
| MUS101 course fee | $335.00 |
| MUS151,152 course fee | $669.00 |
| AJS292 - NARTA out-of-county fee | $1,000.00 |
For any fees not displayed, or for questions regarding fees, email the Registrar's Office.
Fees (*subject to change)
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Audit Fee - Credit Courses | $65.00 |
| Application Fee - International Student | $200.00 |
| AVT Cancellation Fee | $265.00 |
| ATI-TEAS (Pre-Admission Nursing Fee) | $90.00 |
| CLEP (per test) | $30.00 |
| Credit By Exam ("Test Out") | $25.00 |
| Diploma Replacement | $35.00 |
| Graduation Fee | None |
| ID Replacement | $25.00 |
| Official Transcript | $15.00 |
| Payment - Late Plan Fee | $25.00 |
| Payment - Plan Setup Fee (*voluntary) | $25.00 |
| Payment - Plan Setup Fee (*involuntary) | $50.00 |
| Payment - Return Check Fee | $25.00 |
| Proctoring (per test) | $50.00 |
| Residence Hall Application Fee | $200.00 |
| Residence Hall Lock-out Charge | $25.00 |
For any fees not displayed, or for questions regarding fees, email the Registrar's Office.
* This fee is now an administrative fee that is non-refundable
Fall 2026 - Summer 2027 Out-of-State Tuition Rates (subject to change)
Use the Price Calculator | Residency requirements.
| Course Prefix | 100–200 Level Courses Rate (per hour) | 300–400 Level Courses Rate (per hour) |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 Tuition Rate | ||
| ANT, ASL, CHP, COM, ENG, FYE, HIS, HUM, MAT, PHI, POS, PSY, REL, SOC, SPA, STU | $299.00 | $356.00 |
| Tier 2 Tuition Rate | ||
| ACC, AFL, AGC, AGE, AGS, AIM, AIT, AJS*, ART, AUT, AVT* (122, 123, 124, 260), BIO, BSA, CBT, CDT*, CHM, CNC, CNT, CPD, CSA, CSC, CUL, DAN, DES, ECE, ECN, EDU, EGR, ELT, ENT, ENV, EUT, EXW, FMA, FSC*, GEO, GLG, IPT, LAW, LDR, MET, MGT, MKT, MSL, MTC, MUS*, MXR, NTR, PHE, PHY, REC*, TDP, THR, UAS, VGD, WLD | $326.00 | $392.00 |
| Tier 3 Tuition Rate | ||
| AHS, BHS, DMS, EMS, ICE, IHF, IHM, IHR, LPN, NSG, RAD | $391.00 | $464.00 |
| Market Tuition Rates (per credit hour) | ||
| AVT - Aviation | Coming soon | N/A |
| GST - Gunsmithing | $351.00 | N/A |
| HVA - Heating, Cooling, and Air Conditioning | $358.00 | N/A |
| VEN - Viticulture | $358.00 | N/A |
*Some AVT, CDT, FSC, MUS, and REC courses may have additional fees. Please look at the Fees tab for details.
Fall 2026 - Summer 2027 Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Tuition Rates (subject to change)
Use the Price Calculator | Residency requirements.
| Course Prefix | 100–200 Level Courses Rate (per hour) | 300–400 Level Courses Rate (per hour) |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 Tuition Rate | ||
| ANT, ASL, CHP, COM, ENG, FYE, HIS, HUM, MAT, PHI, POS, PSY, REL, SOC, SPA, STU | $174.00 | $258.00 |
| Tier 2 Tuition Rate | ||
| ACC, AFL, AGC, AGE, AGS, AIM, AIT, AJS*, ART, AUT, AVT* (122, 123, 124, 260), BIO, BSA, CBT, CDT*, CHM, CNC, CNT, CPD, CSA, CSC, CUL, DAN, DES, ECE, ECN, EDU, EGR, ELT, ENT, ENV, EUT, EXW, FMA, FSC*, GEO, GLG, IPT, LAW, LDR, MET, MGT, MKT, MSL, MTC, MUS*, MXR, NTR, PHE, PHY, REC*, TDP, THR, UAS, VGD, WLD | $215.00 | $320.00 |
| Tier 3 Tuition Rate | ||
| AHS, BHS, DMS, EMS, ICE, IHF, IHM, IHR, LPN, NSG, RAD | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| Market Tuition Rates (per credit) | ||
| AVT - Aviation | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| GST - Gunsmithing | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| HVA - Heating, Cooling, and Air Conditioning | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| VEN - Viticulture | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) | Not eligible (see Out-of-State) |
*Some AVT, CDT, FSC, MUS, and REC courses may have additional fees. Please look at the Fees tab for details.
Commuter Meal Plans
- 2 Meals per Week Plan — $461 per semester . (about $14.41 per complete meal*)
- 5 Meals per Week Plan — $1,116 per semester . (about $13.95 per complete meal*)
* A complete meal includes soup, salad, entrée, sides, fountain drink, and dessert (varies for breakfast).
The Commuter Meal Plans are available to students (non-resident hall occupants only) and employees.
The Commuter Meal Plan operates on a weekly declining balance and does not roll over for unused meals. Meals can only be spent on food prepared on site. Meals are counted Friday through Thursday. If you run out of meals before Thursday, a new set becomes available starting Friday morning. Meal plans are not transferable and may not be used by anyone other than the card holder. Meal plans are for use at The Eatery at Yavapai College located on the Prescott campus.
For information about meal plans, dietary questions, or medical needs call: (928) 776-2227
Financial Aid Cost of Attendance
| Item | Off Campus | Living on Campus | VA Domicile or With Parent | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Time | Three-Quarter Time | Half Time | < Half Time | Full Time | Full Time | Three-Quarter Time | Half Time | < Half Time | |
| Tuition & Fees | 3200 | 2400 | 1600 | 800 | 3200 | 3200 | 2400 | 1600 | 800 |
| Books/Supplies | 1022 | 766 | 512 | 256 | 1022 | 1022 | 766 | 512 | 256 |
| Housing/Food | 17060 | 17060 | 17060 | 17060 | 13164 | 6594 | 6594 | 6594 | 6594 |
| Personal | 3254 | 3254 | 3254 | 0 | 3254 | 3254 | 3254 | 3254 | 0 |
| Transportation | 2004 | 2004 | 2004 | 2004 | 1002 | 2004 | 2004 | 2004 | 2004 |
| Other* | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 26540 | 25484 | 24430 | 20120 | 21642 | 16074 | 15018 | 13964 | 9654 |
| * Other: additional costs may apply. | |||||||||
| Item | Off Campus | Living on Campus | VA Domicile or With Parent | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Time | Three-Quarter Time | Half Time | < Half Time | Full Time | Full Time | Three-Quarter Time | Half Time | < Half Time | |
| Tuition & Fees | 1600 | 1200 | 800 | 400 | 1600 | 1600 | 1200 | 800 | 400 |
| Books/Supplies | 511 | 383 | 256 | 128 | 511 | 511 | 383 | 256 | 128 |
| Housing/Food | 8530 | 8530 | 8530 | 8530 | 6582 | 3297 | 3297 | 3297 | 3297 |
| Personal | 1627 | 1627 | 1627 | 0 | 1627 | 1627 | 1627 | 1627 | 0 |
| Transportation | 1002 | 1002 | 1002 | 1002 | 501 | 1002 | 1002 | 1002 | 1002 |
| Other* | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 13270 | 12742 | 12215 | 10060 | 10821 | 8037 | 7509 | 6982 | 4827 |
| * Other: additional costs may apply. | |||||||||
