Pennsylvania Highlands is the region’s premier two-year college. The tuition and fees below begin with the Fall 2023 semester (August). Penn Highlands offers a variety of options for students to pay their tuition and fees. For past tuition and fees, scroll to the bottom of this page.
Tuition and Fees (2023-2024 Per Credit)
| Total Tuition and Fees Per Credit* | |
|---|---|
| Cambria County Residents | $233 |
| Somerset County Residents | $304 |
| Other Pennsylvania Residents | $312 |
| Out-of-State | $436 |
| Accelerated College Education (ACE) | $68 |
| Summer Session Developmental Courses | $68 |
| Course Audit** | $50 |
| Senior Course Audit*** | $25 |
- *: Total price includes tuition, comprehensive fees, and capital fees. However, this cost does not include individual class/laboratory fees or the cost of books and supplies. See the Other Class/Lab Fees table below for additional information.Â
- **: If space is available, individuals may enroll in for-credit courses without receiving grades or credits. Individuals who audit classes will be charged $50 per credit plus any additional course fees.
- ***: If space is available, Pennsylvania residents who are 62 years or older may audit for-credit courses at a reduced rate. Senior citizens will be charged $25 per credit plus any additional course fees.Â
- To see a full breakdown of the per credit tuition & fees schedule, please see below.
Estimated Cost of Attendance (COA)
Estimated Costs for 2022 – 2023 Academic Year Budgets are based on full-time, full-year enrollment. Medical students should add an additional $1,500 for supplies due to increased expenses. Loan recipients should add an additional $50 to cover loan fees charged by the servicer.
- Commuter: Living at home with parents or being provided room and board without charge.
- Off-Campus: Living in your own home.
The College’s Board of Trustees establishes tuition and fees for each academic year beginning with the fall semester and based upon residency. Additional charges may apply for specific courses or programs.
All charges are due in full by the tuition due date unless other arrangements have been made with the Student Accounts Office. If you plan to change your registration, check the refund schedule or contact the Student Accounts Office to see how your billing will be affected.
If you have been awarded financial aid, you should also meet with someone from the Financial Aid Office to see how changes in your registration will affect your financial aid award. Accounts of graduating students must be paid in full prior to the release of diplomas.
[accordion_text group=”2″]Student Accounts Office
814.262.6437 | 1.888.385.7325 (PEAK)
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