Higher Education at a Lower Cost

You can afford to achieve your educational goals, thanks to: 

  • Low Tuition - read on to calculate your tuition and fees based on the courses you want to take
  • Financial Aid and Scholarships - lower costs even further with these resources 
  • Flexible Payment Options - including interest-free payment plans, the ability to add bookstore charges to your student account/payment plan, and more

Tuition Rates Per Credit Hour

At Waubonsee, tuition for credit courses is charged based on your residency. How do I know if I am In-District?

Residency Spring 2024
(202420)
Summer 2024
(202430)
Fall 2024
(202510)
In-district student $135.00 $135.00 $138.00
Illinois out-of-district student $383.24 $383.24 $383.24
Out-of-state student $428.55 $428.55 $428.55
International student $428.55 $428.55 $428.55
Online/Sync Online course tuition (for all students) $135.00 $135.00 $138.00
Tuition and fees subject to change.

Simple Tuition Calculator

Keep in mind that most credit courses are 3 credit hours each, which is how courses are calculated in the tool below. An $8 student fee is included in the estimated cost. Refer to the course schedule to determine the credit hours and any additional fees for a specific course.
Helpful Tip: Use 60 credit hours to determine average cost of a degree.

 

Fees for Credit Courses

I Want to Attend College Affordably!

Take the first step by requesting more info on all that makes Waubonsee such an exceptional educational value. 

An Investment Worth Making

As you calculate the cost of your college education, keep in mind that every dollar you spend is an investment in your future. It can bring you many benefits, including lower unemployment & higher income.

Tuition and Fees for Noncredit Courses

Costs for noncredit courses offered by the Workforce Education department vary widely and are listed on the Professional Development page.

Adult Education offerings are free to eligible participants.

Cooperative Agreements

Outgoing Agreement Requests:
A resident of Waubonsee Community College, District 516, may be eligible to attend another community college at the in-district rate of tuition for a career degree or certificate that is not available at Waubonsee.  For more information please visit
Cooperative Agreements.

If an agreement was submitted and you are checking the status, please call (630) 466-2881.

Incoming Agreement Requests:
A resident residing in another Illinois Community College district that does not offer a program of study that is available at Waubonsee Community College should request a Cooperative Agreement at their local community college.

If your agreement has been sent by your local college and you are checking the status, call Student Accounts and Cashier Office at (630) 466-5705.

Senior Citizen Waiver

Senior citizens who are 65 years of age or older by the start of the term may be eligible for a full tuition waiver of in-district tuition for all regularly scheduled credit courses if they are under a specific income level as outlined in the Senior Citizen Courses Act (110 ILCS 990).* To apply for this waiver, senior citizens must complete this Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver 2023/2024 Application  and submit it to the Student Accounts and Cashier Office.

Additional Resources

Cost of Attendance

Contact the Student Accounts and Cashier Office

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Sugar Grove Campus
Student Center, Second Floor
(630) 466-5705
studentaccounts@waubonsee.edu

Paying for College - Waubonsee Talks Podcast

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Get tips on the best way to pay for college.

Featured Guests:

  • Stephanie Carreno, Development Manager
  • Christa Kristich, Financial Aid Manager
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