Top 25 Cheapest Community Colleges in 2024

American River College is known for providing students with a high-quality education at a fair price. ARC is committed to furthering social justice and equity and is proud to provide students with an excellent education, no matter what their economic background.

LCC is the only community college in Northeast New Mexico and offers area students a great education at a price that makes sense. With a low faculty-to-student ratio and an excellent reputation for learning that students can apply to their professional lives immediately, Luna Community College is a great choice for students in the Southwest. Luna offers approximately three dozen associate degree and certificate programs in Allied Health Sciences, Business, Career and Technical Education (Vocations), Early Childhood Education, Humanities, Nursing and STEM. Financial aid is available. See LUNA.edu for more information.

AVC in Palmdale, California was founded nearly a century ago as a department of Antelope Valley Joint Union High School, and today serves 18,000 students per year. AVC is committed to diversity, as well as meeting the constantly changing educational needs of the area.

Taft College in Taft, California offers students 43 degree program options and 37 certificate options, making it easy for students to find the perfect educational path for them at a cost that makes sense. Taft is committed to serving transfer students, students who want a technical education, and students who are ready to lay the foundation for the rest of their educational careers.

At Coffeyville Community College, students have the choice of 14 certificate programs, 15 technical programs, and 19 academic programs. Coffeyville can meet the needs both of students who are just getting started in their education and those who are searching to get the education they need to take their careers to the next level.

South Georgia Technical College provides students with the practical education they need to succeed in their chosen career fields. SGTC offers a wide variety of programs, including options such as barbering, medical assisting, and fire science technology, and offers degrees, certificates, and non-certificate educational programming.

Mesalands Community College is proud to offer students interactive experiences that allow them to get the practical career lessons they need to be successful. Mesalands faculty are proud to offer students the inside tricks of their trade, and they care for their students and do all that they can to help them succeed.

GCCC is proud to provide students with a solid educational foundation to help them succeed in their career endeavors. Founded in 1919, GCCC has over a century of rich history, providing students both in and out of Kansas with educational and extracurricular opportunities to grow.

Independence Community College offers students with online class options to help them get their degree on their own time. New classes start every month, so there’s no need for students to wait for a new semester to dig into their academic goals. ICC offers accelerated degree programs to help students make the most of their education in the shortest time possible.

At East Mississippi Community College, students choose from 48 different career and technical programs. Located near Columbus Air Force Base, EMCC provides many members of the Air Force and their families with the support that they need to move forward in their careers.

At ANC, some students take a single class, while others complete their associate’s degree. ANC faculty understand that each student has individual learning goals, and they work with students to ensure that each attendee gets exactly what they need to move forward in their education or their career.

Athens Technical College is located in Northeast Georgia and students can take classes at one of three locations (Elberton, Greensboro, and Monroe). In addition to classes, students have many opportunities to become involved in student life on campus, such as participating in charity events and digging into hobbies through organizations like the culinary club.

Central Community College serves a large area of Nebraska, providing both in state and out of state students with a solid educational foundation to help them move forward in their careers and/ or their educational paths. The school offers online earning options for students, as well as training for corporations and businesses.

Ranked #1 in student success three years in a row among Kansas universities, Neosho County Community College is focused on giving students what they need to excel. A low faculty to student ratio means that students get individualized attention from faculty, making it easy to get information that can be applied to their current careers. 39% of Neosho students are full-time, meaning most of the students on campus are part-time, balancing work and family responsibilities on top of getting their education.

At Middlesex Community College, students are encouraged and supported in their quest to excel. When students begin at MCC and they aren’t sure of the career path they’d like to take, faculty are willing to work closely with them to help them understand what career options may be a good fit for them. Students have the option of pursuing a certificate, degree program, or other learning options to help them stand out in their career field.

ACCC offers several licensing, associate’s degree, and certificate programs, helping students who want to go further in their careers. Many students get their start at ACCC and then transfer to a four-year college to earn their bachelor’s degree. Allen is proud to provide academic support services for students who want to sharpen their skills as they work their way toward their degree.

Albany Tech serves seven Georgia counties: Baker, Calhoun, Clay, Dougherty, Lee, Randolph, and Terrell. ATC is proud to support active duty military members and veterans, as well as non-traditional learners who are working to further their careers. More than 3,000 students are currently working to further their education at ATC.

At CCCC, faculty and staff are proud to support students who are working, adults who have decided to return to school to finish their education, members of the military and their families, veterans, and more. CCCC understands that many of their students have decided to take on a heavy load, and they work hard to accommodate their students so they can succeed. The staff at CCCC understands that it can tough for students to decide where they’d like to go in their careers, and they offer a career coach program to help students find their passion.

A two-year college, CWC provides students with a learning experience that can complement the career or educational path they’ve already begun to forge. With faculty that care deeply about student success and flexible learning options to accommodate busy schedules, CWC’s many degree and certificate options give students all that they need to move forward in their field.

From its humble beginnings in the basement of Arkansas City High School, Cowley has since become a learning institution on the edge of innovation and the latest technology. Cowley believes in pushing their students to take risks and to achieve as much as possible in their chosen career fields. While Cowley is located in Kansas, the college is proud to welcome students from across the country and the world.

ATC is proud to prepare students for high-paying technical and hands-on careers. Faculty and staff at ATC are committed to helping their students thrive in their careers, and they recognize that many of their students are managing other responsibilities while completing their education. With more than 120 programs available to students, it’s easy for most learners to find a course of study that makes sense for them.

Students at SFCC have the option of taking classes in person or online, making it easy for students to get the education they need in a way that makes sense for them. In addition to associate’s degree programs, SFCC also offers other programs for adult learners, such as English Language Learner classes to help adults who are learning English to brush up on their skills.

Ogeechee Technical College is located in Georgia and offers students many options for furthering their education, from opticianry to construction. Students at OTC can earn a diploma, associate’s degree, or a certificate, allowing them to move forward in their chosen industry. OTC faculty pride themselves on always putting students first and many students enjoy the unique relationships they develop with their professors.

At Lenior Community College, 100% of degrees are earned online, making Lenior the perfect option for students who can’t take time away from work and family to get their degree or certificate. With 55 degree options and 71 certificate options, students have many options for getting the education they need to excel in their chosen field.

Mid-Plains Community College is proud to take a student-centered approach to learning. On campus, students don’t only have the chance to dive into classes – there are also many opportunities to get to know other students in extracurricular clubs and activities. Many students start by getting their associate’s degree or technical education at MPCC before transferring to a four-year college or university.