Full Time Student Discount
Yavapai College is offering a new discounts for anyone who registers as a full-time student.
Full-time enrollment benefit
YC Full-Time Student Tuition Discount
Eligible students enrolled in 13 or more credits may receive a tuition discount equal to as many as three credits at their applicable Tier 1 tuition rate.
discounted at 15 or more credits
How it works
Enroll full time and the discount is applied automatically
The amount of the discount is based on your total enrolled credits. Eligible students do not need to submit a separate discount application.
1 credit discounted
Calculated at the applicable Tier 1 tuition rate.
2 credits discounted
Calculated at the applicable Tier 1 tuition rate.
3 credits discounted
This is the maximum available discount.
No separate application is required.
Once an eligible student registers for 13 or more credits, the appropriate discount is applied to the student account.
Eligibility requirements
Students must meet all requirements
Residency determines the Tier 1 rate used to calculate the discount. In-state, out-of-state and Western Undergraduate Exchange students may qualify.
U.S. citizenship
The student must be a United States citizen.
Full-time enrollment
The student must remain enrolled in at least 13 eligible credit hours.
Eligible tuition status
In-state, out-of-state and WUE students receive the discount at their applicable Tier 1 tuition rate.
Discount amounts
Full-time student discount by residency
These amounts are based on the applicable Tier 1 tuition rate. The discount does not convert Tier 2, Tier 3 or market-priced credits into Tier 1 courses.
| Total enrolled credits | Discount amount | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| In-state | Out-of-state | WUE | |
| 13 credits | $116 | $299 | $174 |
| 14 credits | $232 | $598 | $348 |
| 15 or more credits | $348 | $897 | $522 |
Review the 2026–2027 tuition rates for current tuition categories, course tiers and additional fees.
Important rules
Exclusions and payment considerations
Review these conditions before estimating the amount due on your student account.
Aerospace Science exclusion
Students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science in Aerospace Science, Airplane Operations program are not eligible for the full-time student discount for any classes.
Non-citizen students
Students who are not United States citizens are not eligible for this discount.
Outside agencies and third-party payers
When an employer, Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of Veterans Affairs or another outside agency is paying tuition, the discount is first applied to the eligible third-party balance.
When registered credits exceed the number authorized by the outside agency, any remaining eligible discount is applied to the student balance. The remaining balance is due according to Yavapai College payment policies.
15 credits to completion
Why taking 15 credits can matter
College is a significant commitment. A 15-credit semester may not be appropriate for every student, but it can help students make steady progress toward graduation.
- Complete more degree requirements each semester
- Reduce the risk of adding extra semesters
- Reach graduation and career goals sooner
- Receive the maximum available full-time discount
Build momentum toward graduation
Completing 15 credits per semester, or approximately 30 credits per academic year, can reduce the time and total cost required to complete a degree.
Course load decisions should also account for work, family, academic preparation and other responsibilities. Students may consult an academic advisor when planning a manageable schedule.
Learn about the 15 to Finish strategy (opens in a new window)
Plan your semester
Review tuition rates and build your class schedule
Confirm your course tiers, residency classification and total enrolled credits before estimating your final tuition balance.