The "sticker price" before scholarships or aid. Very few students pay this full amount.
The typical amount students who borrowed money owe when they finish their degree.
Tuition at John C Calhoun State Community College is $5,120 per year for in-state students and $8,990 for out-of-state students.
After grants, scholarships, and financial aid, the average student pays $7,660 per year — significantly less than the sticker price for many students.
The median student loan debt at graduation is $12,000. Given median earnings of $38,192, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.