Tuition & Fees 2018-2019
2018 - 2019 Tuition & Fees at Yavapai College: An Introduction
Effective Fall 2018 - Summer 2019
Tuition Comparison Graphic - Yavapai College vs others -pdf
Yavapai College offers a differential pricing model which eliminates almost all course fees and provided more transparent pricing. The following information pertains to regular academic (for-credit) classes at Yavapai College - you may be looking for cost information for non-credit classes.
Please view important payment policy information.
In-State, Out-of-State, WUE - what's the difference? If you're not sure whether you qualify for in-state, out-of-state, or WUE rates, please visit our residency page for an explanation.
How Does YC Compare?
YC is a great value in higher education. Considering a four year degree? Taking your general education courses at Yavapai can save you a considerable amount of money. For example, if you were to take a 3-credit hour College Composition I course (SUN# ENG1101), here's what you'd pay (excluding books, AZ residency assumed, rates vary based on individual choices):
| School - Information Retreived 10/2/2017 | Tuition | Fees | Total |
| Arizona State University | $2,106.00 | $253.00 | $2,359.00 |
| Northern Arizona University | $2,151.00 | $365.00 | $2,516.00 |
| University of Arizona | $2,304.00 | $226.00 | $2,530.00 |
| Yavapai College | $249.00 | $0.00 | $249.00 |
Why spend over $2,000 for one class when you can save almost 90% by taking it at Yavapai?
Completing coursework at Yavapai College is one of the smartest decisions you'll make during your pursuit of a degree or certificate, whether you intend to transfer to an undergraduate or graduate program or not.
Can you afford to go to Yavapai College?
Fees
Almost all course fees have been eliminated, however certain non-course fees remain (see Item/Fee table below).
For any fees not displayed, or for questions regarding any of the fees listed, please email the Registrar's Office.
| Item | Fee |
| Audit Fee - Credit Courses | $65.00 per credit hour in addition to the hourly tuition rate |
| Application Fee - International Student | $200.00 |
| Application Fee - Nursing | $55.00 |
| Application Fee - Pharmacy Technician | $50.00 |
| Application Fee - Radiology | $100.00 |
| Application Fee - Program Re-Admittance | $50.00 |
| CLEP (per test) | $25.00 |
| Credit By Exam ("Test Out") | Standard per-credit hour tuition rate |
| Diploma Replacement | $15.00 |
| Graduation Fee | None |
| ID Replacement | $25.00 |
| HESI - Advanced Placement | $80.00 |
| HESI - Entrance Exam | $65.00 |
| HESI - Exit | $45.00 |
| Official Transcript | $10.00 |
| Payment - Late Plan Fee | $25.00 |
| Payment - Plan Setup Fee | $25.00 |
| Payment - Return Check Fee | $25.00 |
| Proctoring (per test) | $25.00 |
2018 - 2019 In-State Tuition Rates
Effective Fall 2018 - Summer 2019
| Course Prefix | Rate (per hour) |
| Standard Tuition Rate | |
| ACC, AJS, ANT, ASL, BSA, CHP, COM, CRW, CSA, DAN, ECE, ECN, EDU, ENG, FYE, GEO, GRN, HIS, HUM, ICE, INT, JRN, LAW, MAT, MGT, NTR, PHE, PHI, POS, PSY, REC*, REL, RES, SBE, SOC, SPA, STU, THR, VGD, WEB | $87.00 |
| Laboratory Course Rate | |
| ART*, BIO (incl. AGS103), CHM, ENV, GEO103, GEO212, GLG, MUS*, PHY | $100.00 |
| Career & Technical Course Rate | |
| AGE, AGS, AHS, AUT, CNC, CNT, CPD, CUL, EGR, ELT, EMA, FMA, FSC, HIM, HOS, IPT, MET, MTC, PHT, PPT, RBT, UAS, VEN, WLD | $110.00 |
| Market Tuition Rates (per credit hour) | |
| AVT - Aviation | Varies |
| CDT - Commerical Driver Training | $200.00 |
| EMS - Emergency Medical Services | $116.00 |
| FSC105 - Fire Science Academy | $149.00 |
| GST - Gunsmithing | $138.00 |
| NSG - Nursing | $152.00 |
| RAD - Radiology | $177.00 |
*Courses (with any prefix) ending in 198, 295, 296, 298, and 299 (e.g. MUS198, ART295, etc.) are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate".
Some REC courses may have course fees based on trip location/cost.
ART105, ART200, ART201, ART202, and ART203 are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate".
MUS 100/240/245 are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate"; MUS101/102/151/152/201/202/251/252 have course fees.
2018 - 2019 Out-of-State Tuition Rates
Effective Fall 2018 - Summer 2019
| Course Prefix | Rate (per hour) | |
| 1-6 Hours | 7+ Hours | |
| Standard Tuition Rate | ||
| ACC, AJS, ANT, ASL, BSA, CHP, COM, CRW, CSA, DAN, ECE, ECN, EDU, ENG, FYE, GEO, GRN, HIS, HUM, ICE, INT, JRN, LAW, MAT, MGT, NTR, PHE, PHI, POS, PSY, REC*, REL, RES, SBE, SOC, SPA, STU, THR, VGD, WEB | $131.00 | $366.00 |
| Laboratory Course Rate | ||
| ART*, BIO (incl. AGS103), CHM, ENV, GEO103, GEO212, GLG, MUS*, PHY | $150.00 | $379.00 |
| Career & Technical Course Rate | ||
| AGE, AGS, AHS, AUT, CNC, CNT, CPD, CUL, EGR, ELT, EMA, FMA, FSC, HIM, HOS, IPT, MET, MTC, PHT, PPT, RBT, UAS, VEN, WLD | $165.00 | $389.00 |
| Market Tuition Rates (per credit hour) | ||
| AVT - Aviation | Varies | Varies |
| CDT - Commerical Driver Training | $248.00 | $483.00 |
| EMS - Emergency Medical Services | $160.00 | $395.00 |
| FSC105 - Fire Science Academy | $193.00 | $428.00 |
| GST - Gunsmithing | $182.00 | $417.00 |
| NSG - Nursing | $196.00 | $431.00 |
| RAD - Radiology | $221.00 | $456.00 |
*Courses (with any prefix) ending in 198, 295, 296, 298, and 299 (e.g. MUS198, ART295, etc.) are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate".
Some REC courses may have course fees based on trip location/cost.
ART105, ART200, ART201, ART202, and ART203 are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate".
MUS 100/240/245 are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate"; MUS101/102/151/152/201/202/251/252 have course fees.
2018 - 2019 Western Undergrad Exchange (WUE) Tuition Rates
Effective Fall 2018 - Summer 2019
| Course Prefix | Rate (per hour) |
| Standard Tuition Rate | |
| ACC, AJS, ANT, ASL, BSA, CHP, COM, CRW, CSA, DAN, ECE, ECN, EDU, ENG, FYE, GEO, GRN, HIS, HUM, ICE, INT, JRN, LAW, MAT, MGT, NTR, PHE, PHI, POS, PSY, REC*, REL, RES, SBE, SOC, SPA, STU, THR, VGD, WEB | $131.00 |
| Laboratory Course Rate | |
| ART*, BIO (incl. AGS103), CHM, ENV, GEO103, GEO212, GLG, MUS*, PHY | $150.00 |
| Career & Technical Course Rate | |
| AGE, AGS, AHS, AUT, CNC, CNT, CPD, CPT, CUL, EGR, ELT, EMA, FMA, FSC, HIM, HOS, IPT, MET, MTC, PHT, RBT, UAS, VEN, WFA, WLD | $165.00 |
| Market Tuition Rates | |
| AVT - Aviation | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| CDT - Commercial Driver Training | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| EMS - Emergency Medical Services | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| FSC105 - Fire Science Academy | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| GST - Gunsmithing | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| NSG - Nursing | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
| RAD - Radiology | Not Eligible (see Out-of-State) |
*Courses (with any prefix) ending in 198, 295, 296, 298, and 299 (e.g. MUS198, ART295, etc.) are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate".
Some REC courses may have course fees based on trip location/cost.
ART105, ART200, ART201, ART202, and ART203 are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate".
MUS 100/240/245 are charged the "Standard Tuition Rate"; MUS101/102/151/152/201/202/251/252 have course fees.
Commuter Meal Plan
Effective Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 (not available Summer 2019)
The Commuter Meal Plans are available to students (non-resident hall occupants only) and employees.
The cost of the plans are as follows:
2 Meals per Week Plan - $243 per semester (works out to $7.60 per complete meal*)
5 Meals per Week Plan - $568 per semester (works out to $7.10 per complete meal*)
* Complete meal includes soup, salad, entree, sides, fountain drink and dessert (varies for breakfast). Great value!
The Commuter Meal Plan operates on a weekly declining balance and does not roll over for unused meals. Meals can only be spent on the food that is made on the premises. The meals are counted Friday through Thursday. If you run out of meals before Thursday, you will get a new set of meals to use beginning on Friday morning. Meal plans are not transferable and may not be used for purchase by anyone other than the card holder.
Meal plans are for use at the Rider Diner located on the Prescott campus.
How to Purchase a Commuter Meal Plan
Go to: https://www.yc.edu/mealplans
Or Visit the Prescott Campus Cashier in Bldg 1
1100 East Sheldon Building 3
Prescott, AZ 86301
928-776-2124
For More Information About Meal Plans/Dietary Questions/Medical Needs
Sodexo Food Service: (928) 776-2227