Glendale Community College

What is the cost of studying for a year at Glendale Community College?

Glendale Community College's tuition varies substantially by residency. In the 2024-25 figures, average full-time undergraduate tuition and required fees were approximately:

• Arizona residents: $2,328 in tuition plus $30 in required fees.
• Out-of-state students: $8,929 in tuition plus $30 in required fees.
• Part-time students: $97 per credit for in-state tuition or $372 per credit for out-of-state tuition, before applicable fees.

These figures describe published tuition charges, not a complete annual budget or a quote for every schedule. Credit load, residency classification, course fees, books, transportation, and living arrangements change the amount a student needs. The reported books-and-supplies estimate was $984, while the reported room-and-board allowance was $12,240. Because GCC does not operate student housing, that allowance represents a living-expense estimate, not a residence-hall bill.

Financial aid can change the amount a student pays out of pocket. In the 2024-25 aid figures, 72% of students received some form of financial aid, and 7% had student loans. An income-specific average net price is more useful than tuition alone for budgeting, but it is still an average, not a personal aid offer. Students should use a current cost-of-attendance estimate and their own financial-aid award when comparing GCC with another college.

What are the work-study opportunities at Glendale Community College?

Eligible Glendale Community College students may be able to combine classes with part-time work, including Federal Work-Study positions. Federal Work-Study is need-based aid earned through a job; it is not an automatic grant or a guarantee of placement.

Students seeking it generally need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), meet aid eligibility rules, and apply for available positions. Campus jobs and approved off-campus roles may have different duties and schedules. Ordinary part-time employment does not require a Work-Study award, while internships may carry separate academic or employer requirements. GCC's career services also provide job-search support, but a job listing or career appointment should not be confused with a financial-aid award.

Other potential funding sources include federal grants, eligible loans, scholarships administered through Maricopa-related programs, and qualifying veterans' education benefits. Eligibility and application procedures differ, so students should review their aid offer before counting any source as available to pay a bill.