An Education at SCC is Affordable
Success in college is affordable at SCC with one of the lowest college tuitions in the state – a fraction of what you would pay at a university. Our classes easily transfer to most colleges and universities in Illinois, as well as Southeast Missouri State and Murray State. Beginning your first two years with us can cut the cost of typical college education almost in half.
Tuition
| Residency | Cost |
|---|---|
| Residents, Shawnee College District No. 531 | $125.00 per credit hr. |
| Residents, Citizens 60 or older | No Tuition charge for In-District Residents |
| Out of District Residents | $188.00 per credit hr. |
| Out of State | $209.00 per credit hr. |
| International Rates | $209.00 per credit hr. |
Fees
| Lab Fee* | Varies |
| Technology Fee** | $15 per credit hour |
| Returned Check Fee | $10 per check |
| Online (Internet) Course Fee | $30 per course |
| Interactive Video Course Fee | $30 per course |
| Transcript Fee | $5 per transcript |
*Lab fees are assessed for selected courses based on consumable materials and other related costs.
**Technology fees cover technology enhancements at Shawnee Community College. They are charged to all students who attend college. The funds generated from these fees are strictly dedicated to technology improvements which will enhance the learning experience of our students. Examples include PC and software upgrades in labs and classrooms, the addition of smart/multimedia technology, and increased broadband.
Net Price Calculator
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Students must make financial arrangements to secure seats in classes.
All registration completed after June 8, 2020, for the summer semester must be paid at the time of enrollment, or a pay option must be secured within 24 hours, or the student will be withdrawn from classes.
All registration completed after August 28, 2020, for the fall semester must be paid at the time of enrollment, or a pay option must be secured within 24 hours, or the student will be withdrawn from classes.
All registration completed after January 28, 2021, for the spring semester must be paid at the time of enrollment, or a pay option must be secured within 24 hours, or the student will be withdrawn from classes.
Students who are withdrawn from classes may re-enroll for classes as seating allows, securing financial aid/payments within 24 hours.
Tuition Pay Options
- Secure financial aid, such as full scholarships, grant funding, or sponsorships.
- Pay in full at Bursar’s Office by cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card.
- Self-pay through mySCC Self Service.
The e-Cashier option electronically charges your credit/debit card or bank account for tuition, fees & books on a payment schedule. e-Cashier costs $2 to pay in full or $25 to participate in the payment plan. Sign up at home or on-campus by visiting myscc.shawneecc.edu, logging onto your mySCC account, and clicking on Set Up Payment Plan button.
Students will need their mySCC Username and Password to access the e-Cashier. mySCC Username and Password information will be distributed upon registration.
Students who lose their mySCC Username or Password must contact Donna Brown at (618) 634-3272.
Contact for More Information
Bursar – 1-800-481-2242 ext. 3243