Seattle Central College

What is the cost of studying for a year at Seattle Central College?

Seattle Central's published educational charges are only one part of the cost of attending. In the 2024-25 institutional figures, average full-time undergraduate tuition was $4,488 for in-state students and $5,046 for out-of-state students, with $750 in required fees reported for each group. Those figures describe that reporting year; a current student's bill depends on residency, credits, program, and the college's current rate schedule.

• 2024-25 in-state tuition and reported required fees: approximately $5,238 combined.
• 2024-25 out-of-state tuition and reported required fees: approximately $5,796 combined.

Books, supplies, transportation, food, and housing are additional expenses. Because Seattle Central does not operate undergraduate housing, a student's living costs can vary substantially with their arrangements and commute. Adding an estimated living budget to tuition produces a cost of attendance; it is not the same as a college bill.

Financial aid can lower what a student pays. In the 2024-25 figures, 72% of students received financial aid and 3% received student loans. The reported average net price for families with annual incomes of $0-$48,000 was $8,893; net price includes estimated attendance expenses after grant aid, so it should not be mistaken for tuition alone or an individual offer. Eligible students can explore federal aid through the FAFSA, Washington state aid pathways where applicable, grants, scholarships, and veteran education benefits. The college's current cost-of-attendance budget and an individual aid offer provide a more useful comparison than tuition by itself.

What are the work-study opportunities at Seattle Central College?

Seattle Central students can seek employment alongside their studies, including positions funded through Federal Work-Study when they qualify. Work-Study is a form of financial aid earned through a job; it is not a grant paid automatically or a guarantee of a position.

Eligibility generally depends on a student's aid application, financial need, and available funding. Students offered Work-Study still need to find an eligible job, complete hiring steps, and work the hours for which they are paid. Other campus or community jobs may be open to students without a Work-Study award. For career development, Seattle Central also offers individual and group career planning and opportunities for employer contact. Students should distinguish those services from internships, which can carry academic requirements, and from verified employment outcomes. The financial aid office can explain a Work-Study award; career services and campus job postings can help with the search itself.