Community College Cost of Attendance Example


A sophomore at Lake Sumter Community College is a full time student. This means that they carry 12 or more credits a semester and live either with their parents or off-campus. The student works part-time to help pay for college and living expenses.

Sophomore Student’s Budget at Lake Sumter Community College:
(Estimated for Fall 2009)


Living with Parents
  • Tuition: $2,556.00
  • Room and Board: $1,800.00 per year
  • Books and Supplies: $1000.00 per year
  • Estimated Personal Expenses: $2,582.00 per year
  • TOTAL: $7,938.00 per year


Living off Campus
  • Tuition: $2,556.00
  • Room and Board: $12,730.00 per year
  • Books and Supplies: $1000.00 per year
  • Estimated Personal Expenses: $4,682.00 per year
  • TOTAL: $20,968.00 per year

Source: www.collegeboard.com