Estimated 2025-2026 Cost of Attendance
The tables below reflect average costs for the 2025-2026 academic year (fall and spring semesters), and they should only be used as cost-estimating tools. The tuition and fees are estimated for full-time enrollment (12-16 credit hours). Your educational costs may vary from the information below depending on your chosen course of study and your unique educational and living needs.
Regional Palmetto College Campuses
SC Resident
| With-Parents | Off-Campus | |
|---|---|---|
Expenses |
||
| Tuition | $7,158 | $7,158 |
| Technology Fee | $400 | $400 |
| Books/Supplies | $792 | $792 |
| Food / Housing | $6,708 | $11,490 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $3,758 | $3,758 |
| Transportation | $2,811 | $2,482 |
Estimated Total |
$21,627 | $26,080 |
Regional Palmetto College Campuses
Non-Resident
| With-Parents | Off-Campus | |
|---|---|---|
Expenses |
||
| Tuition | $17,838 | $17,838 |
| Technology Fee | $400 | $400 |
| Books/Supplies | $792 | $792 |
| Food / Housing | $6,708 | $11,490 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $3,758 | $3,758 |
| Transportation | $2,811 | $2,482 |
Estimated Total |
$32,307 | $36,760 |
Palmetto College Online Degree Completion
SC Resident
| With-Parents | Off-Campus | |
|---|---|---|
Expenses |
||
| Tuition | $10,398 | $10,398 |
| Technology Fee | $312 | $312 |
| Books/Supplies | $902 | $902 |
| Food / Housing | $11,490 | $11,490 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $3,758 | $3,758 |
| Transportation | $2,450 | $2,100 |
Estimated Total |
$29,310 | $28,960 |
Palmetto College Online Degree Completion
Non-Resident
| With-Parents | Off-Campus | |
|---|---|---|
Expenses |
||
| Tuition | $20,856 | $20,856 |
| Technology Fee | $312 | $312 |
| Books/Supplies | $902 | $902 |
| Food / Housing | $11,490 | $11,490 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $3,758 | $3,758 |
| Transportation | $2,450 | $2,100 |
Estimated Total |
$39,768 | $39,418 |
Senior Citizen Tuition
If you are a South Carolina resident who is 60 years old, State law provides you tuition exemption so that you can take classes at a state college or university tuition free on a space-available basis. Visit the Senior Citizens Tuition Waver Guide to learn more.
Tax Benefits
Did you know that you may qualify for a South Carolina Tuition Tax Credit? If you meet the qualifications, you may be able to claim up to $1,500 in a tuition tax credit. The Tuition Tax Form is now available.