Financial Requirements
The following is an estimate of the basic cost for an academic year (fall and spring semesters only) at Heartland Community College. Remember, this is a minimum estimate. You will need to plan for all additional expenses.
You must show that you have enough financial support to pay for an entire year of tuition and other expenses.
The 2025-2026 out-of-country tuition and fee rate is $423 per semester hour. Fees are $18 per semester hour (note: some courses include additional fees, e.g. lab fees, that are not included in this estimate).
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition* & Fees (two semesters) | $10,584 |
| Room & Board (two semesters) | $11,550 |
| Books & Supplies (two semesters) | $900 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,344 |
| Total | $26,378 |
Total financial support required for admission: $26,378
This requirement is an estimate of minimum cost for one academic year of study. This is the amount of financial support you must show to demonstrate visa eligibility. However, it is important for you to plan carefully to make sure you can cover your living expenses while studying in the USA.
DO NOT assume that you will be able to work while you study in order to pay your tuition or living costs.
- F-1 students are subject to strict employment restrictions. In most cases, F-1 students are only legally permitted to work on-campus.
- Student employment at HCC will not be enough to cover your expenses as an international student. On-campus employment opportunities are limited and competitive, so there is no guarantee of employment.
- Unlawful employment is a violation of visa regulations that can lead to loss of visa status and being required to leave the USA immediately.
Your financial support must be enough to cover your expenses without needing to work unlawfully in the USA.
Learn more about cost of living in Bloomington-Normal at https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Normal-IL-United-States
*12 semester hours is the minimum course load required for F-1 visa eligibility. Most students enroll in more than 12 hours each semester. Tuition & Fees estimation and listed rate is variable and subject to change at any time.
Payment of one semester’s tuition & fees will be expected at the time of enrollment. Payment plan options are available.
The Board of Trustees reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Documents Needed for Application:
- Certificate of Financial Responsibility (PDF)
- Copy of certified bank statements showing at least the total amount of $26,378.