Prescott, Arizona (Nov. 19, 2025) – The Yavapai College District Governing Board unanimously approved changes to the College’s tuition and fees for the 2026-27 academic year at its monthly board meeting on November 19. Yavapai College strives to keep prices affordable so that education is accessible. The College has very few additional course and program fees, which keeps its pricing transparent.

The approved tuition rates and fees for in-state and out-of state students starting July 1, 2026 are:

  • Tier 1 (General Education): $116 per credit
  • Tier 2 (Career Technical Education): $143 per credit
  • Tier 3 (Health): $209 per credit
  • Market-Based Programs
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    • Gunsmithing: $168 per credit
    • HVAC: $175 per credit
    • Viticulture and Enology: $175 per credit
       
  • Course Fees
    • Aviation Courses 
      • 7% decrease for commercial 
      • 14.7% increase for private
    • Fire Science (FSC105): 5% increase
    • Commercial Driving (CDT200/CDT250): 5% increase
    • Music Lessons: 5% increase
    • NARTA out-of-county: $1,000
       
  • Fees for Auxiliary Services
    • Student Residence Hall door unlock: $25
    • Flight cancellation: $265
    • Payment Plan
      • Student initiated: $25
      • College initiated: $50
    • Meal Plan: 15% increase
    • Student Housing: No increase
    • Family Enrichment Center: No increase

Yavapai College remains one of Arizona's most affordable options for higher education. Tuition and fees at Yavapai College are 80% below the Arizona public university average for full-time students. Students can save approximately $10,000 per year by attending Yavapai College versus attending a four-year Arizona public university. Tuition and fees are 36% below the national community college average for full-time students and 20% below the national community college average for part-time students

Yavapai College operates seven campuses and centers throughout Yavapai County and offers over 100 degrees and certificates, four baccalaureate degrees, student and community services, and cultural events and activities. To learn more about YC, visit www.yc.edu.

 

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