Tuition & Fees at Garrett College
Garrett College tuition and fees vary, depending on the number of credit hours you take and whether you live in Garrett County, in another Maryland county, or out of state. The College reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time at the discretion of the Garrett College Board of Trustees.
Tuition rates on this page are for credit courses only.
Current Tuition Rates
| Current Tuition Rates | |
|---|---|
| *Represents tuition cost per credit hour only; does not include $43 combined fee | |
| The College reserves the right to provide some or all instruction and related academic activities through alternative methods of delivery, including remote delivery. It also reserves the right to change the method of delivery before or during an academic term in the event of a health or safety emergency or other circumstance when it determines that such change is necessary or in the best interests of the campus community. Tuition and mandatory fees will not be reduced or refunded if the College changes the delivery method for any or all of an academic session. | |
| Garrett County Residents | $99.00 per credit hour |
| Maryland Residents | $285.00 per credit hour |
|
Border County Residents
Preston, Tucker, Mineral & Grant in WV, Somerset & Fayette in PA |
$287.00 per credit hour |
| Out-of-State Residents | $349.00 per credit hour |
Tuition & Fees by Credit Hour
Garrett County Residents
| Number of Credit Hours | In-county |
|---|---|
| 1 | 142 |
| 2 | 284 |
| 3 | 426 |
| 4 | 568 |
| 5 | 710 |
| 6 | 852 |
| 7 | 994 |
| 8 | 1136 |
| 9 | 1278 |
| 10 | 1420 |
| 11 | 1562 |
| 12 | 1704 |
| 13 | 1846 |
| 14 | 1988 |
| 15 | 2130 |
| 16 | 2272 |
| 17 | 2414 |
| 18 | 2556 |
Other Additional Fees
The following represent additional fees (USD) that may also apply to you, depending on the classes you take, expenses you incur, and other variables.
| Other Additional Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee: | $25 per semester nonrefundable |
| Housing Application Fee: | $25 by early deadline; $40 by closing deadline |
| Independent Study Fee: | $25 per credit hour |
| Individual Course Fees: | See Course Schedule |
| Official Transcripts: | $5 (click here) |
| Payment Plan Enrollment Fee: | $25 |
| Criminal Background Check (as required for certain majors): |
Varies |
| Life Experience Assessments: | Varies |
Special Tuition Rates and Waivers
If you fit into one of these special categories or are pursuing certain degrees, you may be eligible for reduced or waived tuition as a student at Garrett College.
A special Border County tuition rate is available for verifiable residents of:
- Somerset and Fayette counties in Pennsylvania
- Preston, Tucker, Mineral, and Grant counties in West Virginia
West Virginia residents from the following counties who enroll in the designated programs listed below are eligible to receive in-county tuition rates.
Verifiable residents of Barbour, Grant, Hampshire, Hardy, Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Pendleton, Randolph, and Taylor counties may enroll in the following programs:
- Adventure Sports Management (A.A.S. or Certificate)
- Cybersecurity (A.A.S or Certificate)
- Electrical Engineering (A.S.E.)
- Elementary Education (A.A.)
- Natural Resources & Wildlife Technology (A.A.S.)
- Fine and Performing Arts Concentration (A.A.)
- Paramedic (A.A.S. and Certificate)
- Sport Management (A.A.S.)
Verifiable residents of Mineral, Pocahontas, Preston, and Tucker counties may enroll in the following programs under the West Virginia Reciprocity Program:
- Adventure Sports Management (A.A.S. or Certificate)
- Cybersecurity (A.A.S. or Certificate)
- Fine and Performing Arts Concentration (A.A.)
- Natural Resources & Wildlife Technology (A.A.S.)
- Paramedic (A.A.S. and Certificate)
- Sport Management (A.A.S.)
Garrett College offers several programs of study that have received the Statewide Designated Programs or Health Manpower Shortage Programs status from the State of Maryland. Verifiable Maryland residents who meet all required criteria and enroll in the following programs will receive the in-county tuition rate.
Statewide Designated Programs:
- Adventure Sports Management (A.A.S.)
- Natural Resources & Wildlife Technology (A.A.S.)
Health Manpower Shortage Programs:
- Addictions Counseling (A.A.S.)
- Paramedic Studies (A.A.S.)
The State of Maryland offers tuition waivers for various special populations:
- Maryland residents 60 years of age and older
- Maryland residents out of the workforce due to total and permanent disability
- Maryland National Guard Personnel 50% Tuition Waiver (see your Unit Commander)
- Maryland Foster Care Recipients (as certified by the Maryland Department of Human Services)
- Unaccompanied Homeless Youth (as defined by McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act)
Complete application and eligibility requirements are detailed in the Garrett College Catalog.
Housing & Meals
Housing and on-campus living options at Garrett College are available by visiting Residence Life.
For information on meal plans to the Laker Café, visit Lake Café.
