Cost of College
Tuition and Required Fees
Heartland Community College tuition for credit courses is based on residency in district 540 (PDF). Some courses also carry a course-specific fee. Tuition and required fee rates are as follows*:
Tuition
Tuition rates as of the Summer 2023 / Fall 2023 term:
- In-district tuition - $166 per semester hour
- Out-of-district tuition - $322 per semester hour
- Out-of-state/Out-of-country tuition - $483 per semester hour
Fees
- Program Development and Facilities Enhancement Fee (required for all students) - $2 per semester hour
- This fee helps fund costs associated with developing and updating academic programs and enhancing facilities including buildings and equipment
- Student Life Fee (required for all students) - $14 per semester hour
This fee helps fund activities that enhance student life such as:- student groups
- activities and organizations
- student athletic teams
- mass transit/bus transportation
- Continuing Education Fees - Set on a per-course basis. Please consult their respective web sites or schedule books for more information.
- Course Specific Fees - Some courses require special materials, supplies or services. Course specific fees are generally charged to classes with a lab or those that require other specialized facilities or equipment.
*Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.
Student Estimated Expenses (2022-2023 academic year)
Student Living with Parent(s)
| Expense | Cost** | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (12 credit hours per semester x 2 semesters ) |
$4,368 | |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | |
| Miscellaneous Expenses (including transportation and personal) |
$3,666 | |
| Living Expenses (including rent, utilities and food) |
$4,710 | |
| Total Estimated Expenses | $13,644 | |
Student Living Away from Home
| Expense | Cost** | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees (12 credit hours per semester x 2 semesters ) |
$4,368 | |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | |
| Miscellaneous Expenses (including transportation and personal) |
$3,666 | |
| Living Expenses (including rent, utilities and food) |
$10,030 | |
| Total Estimated Expenses | $18,964 | |
**All expenses are estimates, based on full-time enrollment (12 credit hours per semester) for both Fall and Spring semesters as an in-district student. Out-of-district and out-of-state students will have higher tuition costs.
***Add additional $40.00 for loan fees if federal loans are accepted for attendance.