Financial Aid

Understand the full cost picture at Frontier Community College, including tuition, financial aid, and net price information.

Fairfield, IL

What Does It Cost to Attend Frontier Community College?

In-State Tuition and Fees

$10,270

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$12,340

Average Net Price

$11,350

Price Difference

-$1,080

Avg. financial aid

How Frontier Community College Compares

Frontier Community College's $10,270 sits above the typical $3,000–$6,000 starting range for trade colleges. This often reflects longer programs, more specialized equipment, or private rather than public status — review what the price buys before comparing to lower-cost competitors.

What Are the Tuition & Fees at Frontier Community College?

In-State Students $10,270

Annual published tuition and required fees for residents of IL

Out-of-State Students $12,340

Annual published tuition and required fees for non-residents

Average Net Price $11,350

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Tuition at Frontier Community College is $10,270 per year before any financial assistance is applied. Students receiving aid pay an average net price of $11,350.

What Is the Net Price by Family Income at Frontier Community College? (2023-24)

Students from families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $8,501 at Frontier Community College. Costs scale with family income.

$0 - $30,000

$8,501

$30,001 - $48,000

$8,190

$48,001 - $75,000

$12,485

$75,001 - $110,000

$13,861

Over $110,000

$13,294

What Financial Aid Is Available at Frontier Community College? (2023-24)

Financial aid is widely available at Frontier Community College: 96% of first-time, full-time students receive grant or scholarship assistance averaging $6,248.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

91 of 95 students

96%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

91 (96%)

Average Award

$6,248

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

40 (42%)

Average Award

$5,493

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

24 recipients (25%)

$1,978 avg

Institutional Grants

67 recipients (71%)

$2,532 avg

What Are the Student Loan Numbers at Frontier Community College? (2023-24)

Just 1% of students at Frontier Community College rely on federal student loans, borrowing $4,296 on average. Many students finance their education through grants, scholarships, or out-of-pocket payments.

Total Borrowers

23

1% of students

Average Loan Amount

$4,296

Financial Aid Resources

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Financial Aid Office

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FAFSA Information

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for grants, loans, and work-study programs.

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Payment Plans Available

Frontier Community College may offer payment plans that let you spread tuition costs over the semester. Reach out to the financial aid office to ask about options such as:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 00174225
IPEDS ID: 403469

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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