Estimated cost of attendance (COA) is the average cost to attend Skyline College.

Many students ultimately pay less than this estimate due to personal lifestyle or financial aid eligibility. COA includes tuition and fees as well as indirect expenses like housing, food, supplies, and transportation.

2025-26 Cost of Attendance Budgets at Skyline College

  Away from Home (self-supporting) Away from Home (Out of State self-supporting) Away from Home self-supporting (BA Program) Away from Home Out of State self-supporting (BA Program)
Books/Supplies/Equipment $1,971 $1,971 $1,971 $1,971
Housing $21,410 $21,410 $21,410 $21,410
Food Allowance $6,585 $6,585 $6,585 $6,585
Transportation $1,989 $1,989 $1,989 $1,989
Misc. Personal Expense $3,996 $3,996 $3,996 $3,996
Enrollment/Health Fees $1,332 $1,332 + $10,304 Non‑Res Tuition $3,684 $3,684 + $10,304 Non‑Res Tuition
Fed/Loan/Course/Misc Fees        
Total $37,283 $47,587 $39,635 $49,939
  At Home w/ Parent At Home (Out of State w/ Parent) At Home w/ Parent (BA Program) At Home Out of State w/ Parent (BA Program)
Books/Supplies/Equipment $1,971 $1,971 $1,971 $1,971
Housing $11,625 $11,625 $11,625 $11,625
Food Allowance $5,060 $5,060 $5,060 $5,060
Transportation $1,818 $1,989 $1,818 $1,989
Misc. Personal Expense $3,564 $3,564 $3,564 $3,564
Enrollment/Health Fees $1,332 $1,332 + $10,304 Non‑Res Tuition $3,684 $3,684 + $10,304 Non‑Res Tuition
Fed/Loan/Course/Misc Fees        
Total $25,370 $35,674 $27,722 $38,026

BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustments are automatically made to include tuition for non-resident students and additional fees when applicable.

Students may request a Cost of Attendance (COA) adjustment for additional education-related expenses that exceed the standard book and supply allowance. Examples may include:

  • Computer expenses
  • Childcare expenses
  • Uninsured medical or dental expenses
  • Required supplies or tools for a program
  • Disability-related expenses not covered by another agency

To request an adjustment, visit the Financial Aid Forms page and complete the Cost of Attendance Appeal form for the appropriate academic year.