When developing your budget, it’s important to keep in mind that tuition isn’t the
only cost of going to college. You’ll need books and supplies, gas for your car, and
daily living expenses. We list typical costs in our Cost of Attendance chart, although
your situation may be different.
Fortunately, you don’t have to pay for everything all at once. OCC offers a convenient
Tuition Payment Plan that spreads tuition cost over two or three payments during the
semester. You pay no interest - just a small processing fee. We’ve provided answers
to some frequently asked questions about the Tuition Payment Plan. You also can get
more information at the Cashier’s Office on any OCC campus.
Cost of Attendance Chart for In-District Tuition
Living with Parent
Enrollment Status |
Full time (12+ credits) |
3/4 time (9-11 credits) |
1/2 time (6-8 credits) |
Less than Half time (1-5 credits) |
Tuition & Fees (Actual) |
2900 |
2,280 |
1,670 |
1,050 |
Books & Supplies |
1,760 |
1,320 |
880 |
440 |
Transportation |
1,560 |
1,190 |
780 |
380 |
Miscellaneous Expenses |
1,330 |
1,000 |
670 |
|
Loan Fees |
60 |
60 |
60 |
|
Room and Board |
6,370 |
6,370 |
6,370 |
|
Total |
$13,980 |
$12,220 |
$10,430 |
$1,870 |
NOT Living with Parent
Enrollment Status |
Full time (12+ credits) |
3/4 time (9-11 credits) |
1/2 time (6-8 credits) |
Less than Half time (1-5 credits) |
Tuition & Fees (Actual) |
2,900 |
2,280 |
1,670 |
1,050 |
Books & Supplies |
1,760 |
1,320 |
880 |
440 |
Transportation |
1,560 |
1,190 |
780 |
380 |
Miscellaneous Expenses |
1,330 |
1,000 |
670 |
|
Loan Fees |
60 |
60 |
60 |
|
Room and Board |
8,560 |
8,560 |
8,560 |
|
Total |
$16,170 |
$14,410 |
$12,620 |
$1,870 |
Cost of Attendance Chart for Out-of-District Tuition
Living with Parent
Enrollment Status |
Full time (12+ credits) |
3/4 time (9-11 credits) |
1/2 time (6-8 credits) |
Less than Half time (1-5 credits) |
Tuition & Fees (Actual) |
5,400 |
4,200 |
3,010 |
1,820 |
Books & Supplies |
1,760 |
1,320 |
880 |
440 |
Transportation |
1,600 |
1,200 |
850 |
420 |
Miscellaneous Expenses |
1,330 |
1,000 |
670 |
|
Loan Fees |
60 |
60 |
60 |
|
Room and Board |
6,370 |
6,370 |
6,370 |
|
Total |
$16,520 |
$14,120 |
$11,840 |
$2,680 |
NOT Living with Parent
Enrollment Status |
Full time (12+ credits) |
3/4 time (9-11 credits) |
1/2 time (6-8 credits) |
Less than Half time (1-5 credits) |
Tuition & Fees (Actual) |
5,400 |
4,200 |
3,010 |
1,820 |
Books & Supplies |
1,760 |
1,320 |
880 |
440 |
Transportation |
1,600 |
1,200 |
850 |
420 |
Miscellaneous Expenses |
1,330 |
1,000 |
670 |
|
Loan Fees |
60 |
60 |
60 |
|
Room and Board |
8,560 |
8,560 |
8,560 |
|
Total |
$18,710 |
$16,340 |
$14,030 |
$2,680 |
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There are basically four types of financial aid:
- Scholarships, including scholarships through the OCC Foundation. You don’t have to
pay these back.
- Federal grants, which you don’t pay back.
- Student loans, which you do have to pay back.
- Work-study, which involves working at OCC while you take classes.
- OCC also participates in six federal financial aid programs for veterans.
To receive most financial aid, you must be registered for at least 6 credit hours.
This is considered half-time status.
In addition, to receive most financial aid you must meet federal eligibility requirements.
That’s because the federal government is the primary source for financial aid. Where
the federal government isn’t the funding source - like with private scholarships -
you don’t have to meet its eligibility requirements.
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The key to unlock most financial aid is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as FAFSA. It’s an online form you should fill out even if you don’t
think you qualify for aid based on financial need. Why? Because not all aid requires
financial need. Almost all students at least qualify for federal student loans.
The deadline for Michigan students to complete the FAFSA is March 1 by midnight CT
for the upcoming fall semester. Don’t wait until the last minute to start filling
it out. You’ll need to gather some records (likely parent records as well), and the
form itself takes some time.
You must renew your FAFSA every year you attend OCC or a transfer school, and wish to be considered for federal
student aid.
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