Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at Skagit Valley College
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Net Price
$7,109
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
Skagit Valley College Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$6,064
Skagit Valley College Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$4,337
$30–48k
$5,476
$48–75k
$7,109
$75–110k
$7,773
$110k+
$14,102
Understanding Your Aid Package
Skagit Valley College has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$7,109/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$4,337/year
Get personalized cost estimates and assess whether borrowing makes sense.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$13,805
Range (25th–75th)$3,737 – $14,956
Median Parent PLUS Loans$9,060
Debt Manageability
0.28x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$43,505
Earnings Growth
+18%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$-6,319
32th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$25,551
25th %ile
$67,145
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about Skagit Valley College Cost & Financial Aid
Skagit Valley College's published tuition is $14,866 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $7,109—a difference of $7,757.
Skagit Valley College is nearly free for low-income families. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average of just $4,337 per year.
Skagit Valley College offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for Skagit graduates is $13,805, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $146 over 10 years.
Even families earning over $110,000 pay an average net price of $14,102 at Skagit—still $764 less than the sticker price. Most families qualify for some form of aid.
