Cost and Fees
2012-2013 Costs
SBCC is a smart and affordable choice for an excellent education. Take a look at the estimated expenses for students.

Estimated Expense
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|
Living with parent/relative |
Living away from home |
|
Enrollment Fees ($46/Unit) |
$1,376 |
$1,376 |
|
Books & Supplies |
$1,666 |
$1,666 |
| Room & Board | $4,402 | $10,962 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,106 | $2,844 |
|
Transportation |
$1,170 |
$1,314 |
|
Total for California Residents: |
$11,720 |
$18,162 |
Non-California residents add $5,936 tuition cost per year for full-time (14 units) students ($212/unit).
International students add $6,360 tuition cost per year for full-time (15 units) students ($212/unit).
How does SBCC compare to other California schools?
By attending SBCC, students save -- in tuition alone - an average of $4000 per year compared to California State University campuses, $10,000 as compared to University of California campuses, and the number gets even bigger when you talk about private schools.
Complete List of SBCC Fees
All students, resident and non-residents must pay an enrollment fee of $36.00 per unit with no maximum amount. If you are a California resident and you need help paying the enrollment fee, you may qualify for the Board of Governors Grant Waiver (BOGW). Apply in the Financial Aid Office (SS-210) before enrolling classes.
TUITION AND FEES SPRING 2012
| Enrollment Fee (All Students) | $36 / unit |
| Out of State Tuition | $210 / unit |
| International Tuition | $210 / unit |
| Health Fee | $17 |
| Student Activity Sticker (Optional) | $10 Fall and Spring / $5 Spring Only |
| Student Representation Fee | $1 For exemptions, go to www.sbcc.edu/fees |
| Parking Fee (Optional) | |
| Online Order | $33.25 day and evening / $18.25 evening only / $23.25 BOGW day and evening |
| Special Fees | |
| Some courses have Special Fees; see Class Schedule | |
| Transportation Fee | |
| 6 or more units | $26 |
| less than 6 units | $25 |
ALL FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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