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 Linn-Benton Community College is $7,317 per year for in-state students and $15,901 for out-of-state students.
After grants, scholarships, and financial aid, the average student pays $11,553 per year — significantly less than the sticker price for many students.
The median student loan debt at graduation is $11,961. Given median earnings of $41,363, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.