RCC Tuition and Fees
Cost of Attendance
Tuition and Fees
Once registered for classes, you will be billed for certain fees (not for waitlisted classes). Non-residents of California are also required to pay non-resident tuition.
Fees may include:
- Enrollment fees based on number of registered units
- Health fee (required)
- Transportation fee (not required during winter intersession)
- Student services fee (optional and may be waived)
- Some courses may require additional material fees
Student Financial Responsibilities
Your Fee Breakdown
Fees may change without notice. Stop payment or insufficient funds will incur a $20 processing fee.
| Fee | Spring 2026 | Summer 2026 | Fall 2026 | Winter 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrollment | $46 per unit | $46 per unit | $46 per unit | $46 per unit |
| Nonresident Surcharge | $443 per unit | $443 per unit | $443 per unit | $443 per unit |
| Out of Country Surcharge | $21 per unit | $25 per unit | $25 per unit | $25 per unit |
| Health Services | $24 | $20 | $24 | $20 |
| Student Services | $30 | $10 | $30 | $10 |
| Auto Parking Permit | $50 | $25 | $50 (CCPG $30) | $0 |
| Motorcycle Parking Permit | $15 | $15 | $15 | $0 |
| Transportation | $5.50 (over 6 units) or $5.00 (6 units and under) | $5.50 (over 6 units) or $5.00 (6 units and under) | $5.50 (over 6 units) or $5.00 (6 units and under) | N/A |
| Class Audit | $15 per unit | $15 per unit | $15 per unit | $15 per unit |
| KIN-30 First Aid & CPR | $33.60 | $33.60 | $33.60 | $33.60 |
| KIN-42 Lifeguard Certification | $82.45 | $82.45 | $82.45 | $82.45 |
| Transcript | $7–$20 | $7–$20 | $7–$20 | $7–$20 |
| Unofficial Transcript | $1 | $1 | $1 | $1 |
Some courses require additional fees for materials, tools, clothing, technical supplies, or other items. These charges are noted under the appropriate class and must be paid at registration.
Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance (or budget) is the estimated total amount it may cost to attend RCC for the academic year (fall and spring semesters) for qualified educational expenses. This amount will vary depending on your living location and California residency status as determined by Admissions and Records. Financial aid is designed to assist with qualified educational expenses up to your cost of attendance, including grants, waivers, scholarships, loans, and need-based student employment.
The following table shows estimated annual educational expenses for students attending RCC during the 2026–2027 academic year.
| Expense Category | Living at Home | Living Away from Home | Living on Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,478 | $1,478 | $1,478 |
| Food and Housing | $12,538 | $28,008 | $15,024 |
| Transportation | $1,206 | $1,656 | $1,386 |
| Personal Expenses | $4,564 | $5,706 | $3,970 |
| Enrollment Fees | $1,380 | $1,380 | $1,380 |
| Health Fees | $48 | $48 | $48 |
| Total | $21,214 | $38,276 | $23,286 |
Non-California Resident Fees: An additional $13,290 ($443 per unit × 30 units) is added to the applicable budget.
Other fees including, but not limited to, student service fees, parking fees, transportation fees, non-resident surcharge fees, and course material fees are excluded from this calculation. These fees will appear on your student account and are owed directly to the institution.
Disbursement dates, cost of attendance, and all fees are subject to change without notice.
AB 2210 Student Exemptions
The state provides an exemption from non-resident tuition for students granted special immigrant visas or admitted as refugees. Learn more by reviewing Assembly Bill 2210 and Article 6, "Exceptions to Residence Determination."
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Cost of Attendance Information
California Residents and AB 540 Students
The tuition estimate is based on full-time enrollment of 30 units during the academic year (15 units in fall and 15 units in spring) at $46 per unit.
30 units × $46 = $1,380
This is not a charge. It is an estimate used to calculate the cost of attendance. Students are charged only for the actual number of units in which they enroll.
Out-of-State and Out-of-Country Students
The non-resident tuition estimate is based on full-time enrollment of 30 units during the academic year (15 units in fall and 15 units in spring) at $443 per unit.
30 units × $443 = $13,290
This is not a charge. It is an estimate used to calculate the cost of attendance. Students are charged only for the actual number of units in which they enroll.
This allowance represents the estimated annual cost of textbooks, instructional materials, supplies, and technology needs required to support your coursework.
Actual costs may vary depending on your program of study and course requirements.
This estimate includes the average cost of housing and meals for students attending Riverside City College.
Housing and food costs are based on average living expenses in Riverside County and vary depending on whether you live at home with parents, independently, or in campus housing.
This allowance represents the estimated cost of transportation associated with attending college, including vehicle operation, maintenance, fuel, insurance, parking, and other travel-related expenses.
Personal expenses include estimated costs for items such as personal hygiene products, clothing, laundry, recreation, and other miscellaneous personal needs.
The Health Fee is charged to students each term and supports access to student health services.
- $24 for the Fall and Spring semesters
- $20 for the Winter and Summer terms
This fee will appear on your student account each term and is required for most RCCD students.
