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Value and Affordability

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The Best Value in Higher Education

With the cost of college sky-rocketing around the nation and student debt piling up, there has never been a better time to pursue your academic dreams at Cosumnes River College (CRC). CRC is an affordable way to earn a degree or certificate, or save money before transferring to a four-year university.

The vast majority of our students qualify for free tuition through the Los Rios Promise, which combines local and state money to eliminate financial barriers for students. Many students qualify for additional financial supports – such as federal financial aid, scholarships, or even emergency funds when life throws a curve ball.

Cosumnes River College features new and renovated modern facilities to provide a better learning environment for our students. Learn more about the affordability of CRC, and start working towards your degree, certificate, or transfer today!

Cost of Attendance

Cost of Attendance

The cost of attendance (COA) is the average amount a full-time student can expect to spend over a nine-month period. COA considers the total cost of fees, books, supplies, housing, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses.

Cost of Attendance

Grants

Grants

Grants – including the California College Promise Grant (which covers enrollment fees) – are a great type of financial aid because you don’t typically have to pay them back.

Grants

Promise Programs

Promise Programs

Promise programs offer up to two years of tuition-free education at Cosumnes River College and any of the Los Rios college. Learn about the Los Rios Promise.

Promise Programs

Scholarships

Scholarships

Scholarships are a great way to supplement your college book and supply costs. Learn about the scholarships Cosumnes River College offers.

Scholarships

Zero Textbook Costs

Zero Textbook Costs

Zero Textbook Costs means that there is no cost for course learning materials such as a textbook, reader, workbook, etc. Find out how to identify ZTC courses at Los Rios colleges.

Zero Textbook Costs