Tuition & Fees
How Much Does MCC Cost?
Tuition is the amount you pay per credit hour—that’s each class you take. Here’s what you’ll pay based on where you live:
Tuition per credit hour:
| Who You Are | Cost per Hour | Minimum Cost |
|---|---|---|
| McLennan County resident | $106 | $212 |
| Dual Credit student | $55 | No minimum |
| Texas resident (outside McLennan County) | $124 | $248 |
| Out-of-state or international student | $181 | $385 |
Not sure if you qualify as a Texas resident? Find out how to establish Texas Residency.
Student Fees
In addition to tuition, all students pay these fees each semester:
- General Services Fee - $10 per credit hour
- Facilities Fee - $6 per credit hour
- Lab and Special Course Fees - vary by class
- See the Lab & Special Course Fee list
- See the average total cost to attend McLennan Community College
- Download the Tuition & Fees Worksheet
Refunds: Can I Get My Money Back?
If you drop a class or withdraw, you may be able to get some or all of your tuition back — but only if you do it before certain deadlines. The sooner you drop, the more you get back.
Fall 2025 Refund Deadlines
| Deadline | 16-Week | First 8-Week | Second 8-Week | Winter Mini |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Class Day | Aug. 25 | Aug. 25 | Oct. 20 | Dec. 16 |
| 100% Refund | Aug. 27 | Aug. 27 | Oct. 22 | Dec. 16 |
| 70% Refund | Sept. 15 | Sept. 4 | Oct. 29 | Dec. 18 |
| 25% Refund | Sept. 22 | Sept. 8 | Oct. 31 | Dec. 19 |
| No Refund After | Sept. 22 | Sept. 8 | Oct. 31 | Dec. 19 |
Spring 2026 Refund Deadlines
| Deadline | 16-Week | First 8-Week | Second 8-Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Class Day | Jan. 12 | Jan. 12 | Mar. 16 |
| 100% Refund | Jan. 14 | Jan. 13 | Mar. 17 |
| 70% Refund | Feb. 2 | Jan. 22 | Mar. 25 |
| 25% Refund | Feb. 9 | Jan. 26 | Mar. 27 |
| No Refund After | Feb. 9 | Jan. 26 | Mar. 27 |
Summer 2026 Refund Deadlines
| Deadline | Summer Mini | 11-Week | First 6-Week | Second 6-Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Class Day | May 12 | June 1 | June 1 | July 13 |
| 100% Refund | May 12 | June 3 | June 2 | July 14 |
| 70% Refund | May 14 | June 12 | June 5 | July 17 |
| 25% Refund | May 15 | June 19 | June 9 | July 21 |
| No Refund After | May 15 | June 19 | June 9 | July 21 |
A few important things to know:
- Refunds are based on “class days,” which are the number of calendar days from the first day of class — not the number of classes you attended.
- See our procedure on Tuition & Fees: College Credit Courses (FD-I-a) for refund periods of courses of all lengths, or call the Business Office at 254-299-8627.
- If a scholarship, sponsor, or donor paid your tuition, any refund goes back to them — not to you.
- Required fees (General Services, Facilities, Lab) may be refunded. Optional fees are not refunded.
Payment Agreement
Before you register each semester, you must agree to MCC's payment terms in MyMCC. This will pop up automatically before you pick your classes. If you sign up for a payment plan, different terms apply — check your agreement for details.
For More Information
Business Office
254-299-8627