College Scorecard data · Updated August 17, 2026
| Tuition | Difference | |
|---|---|---|
| College of the Desert (in-state) | $1,326 | — |
| CA average | $16,639 | -92% |
| National average | $18,082 | -93% |
In-state tuition at College of the Desert is $1,326 per year; out-of-state students pay $10,174.
College of the Desert in-state tuition is 92% below the CA average of $16,639.
National average in-state tuition is $18,082; College of the Desert is 93% below that.
$1,326 is the official in-state tuition published by College Scorecard for the most recent cohort year.