Tuition Cost
Lowest Public College Tuition in Central Florida.
Florida residents can earn an associate degree from Valencia College in as little as two years, for about $6,000. That’s nearly half the cost of a state university. In fact, Valencia College has the lowest tuition of any public college in Central Florida. Plus, our A.S. graduates have an average annual starting salary of $40,000 - $46,000 (up to $22.12 per hour)—that’s higher than some bachelor’s degree graduates start out making. Talk about a good investment.
In-State Tuition
per credit hour
$103.06
Cost of Attendance Per Credit Hour
| Valencia College | Public University* | Private Two-Year | Private University | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Resident | $103.06 | $198 | $504 | $599 |
| Non-Florida resident | $390.96 | $688 | $504 or more | $599 or more |
| International | $390.96 | $696 | ||
| Bachelor’s Florida Resident | $112.19 | $198 | ||
| Bachelor’s Non-Florida Resident | $427.59 | $688 | ||
| Bachelor’s International | $427.59 | $688 |
*Average costs for in-state tuition, 2018 – 2019. Sources: State University System of Florida; Lowest tuition of any public college in Central Florida: www.CollegeCalc.org
Other Costs to Consider
- Application fee: Valencia College has a one-time application fee of $35.
- Special fees: Some courses and laboratories require an additional fee to pay for equipment, supplies, liability insurance or other special costs.
- Books and supplies
- Living expenses and transportation
- Personal expenses (phone bill, food/snacks, entertainment, etc.)
