Financial Aid

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

San Antonio, TX

In-State Tuition

$6,750

Out-of-State Tuition

$14,280

Average Net Price

$4,848

Price Difference

$1,902

Avg. financial aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Students $6,750

Annual tuition for residents of TX

Out-of-State Students $14,280

Annual tuition for non-residents

Average Net Price $4,848

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Students considering Palo Alto College should plan for annual tuition of $6,750. That said, financial aid brings the average actual cost down to $4,848.

Net Price by Family Income

Palo Alto College's net price for the lowest-income families is $3,745. Financial aid packages vary by household income as detailed below.

$0 - $30,000

$3,745

$30,001 - $48,000

$4,601

$48,001 - $75,000

$5,878

$75,001 - $110,000

$6,312

Over $110,000

$9,704

Financial Aid Overview

Financial aid is widely available at Palo Alto College: 91% of first-time, full-time students receive grant or scholarship assistance averaging $5,998.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

750 of 821 students

91%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

749 (91%)

Average Award

$5,998

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

588 (72%)

Average Award

$5,256

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

400 recipients (49%)

$2,401 avg

Institutional Grants

213 recipients (26%)

$1,085 avg

Student Loans

Federal loan borrowing is relatively uncommon at Palo Alto College, with just 2% of students taking loans averaging $5,911.

Total Borrowers

225

2% of students

Average Loan Amount

$5,911

Financial Aid Resources

Net Price Calculator

Estimate your actual cost after financial aid

Financial Aid Office

Learn about available aid programs and apply

FAFSA Information

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

Apply for FAFSA →

Payment Plans Available

Palo Alto 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: 02341300
IPEDS ID: 246354

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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