Construction Program Costs

Construction Management, Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S)

The 65-semester credit hour A.A.S degree program prepares students to enter the construction industry in technical, managerial, and supervisory roles in three major areas: residential and light commercial building construction, heavy commercial building construction, and civil construction (roads, bridges, utilities). Entry-level employment is generally in the areas of project management, field inspection, material testing, cost estimating, computer-aided drafting, and surveying.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $10,773.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Construction: Building Construction and Repair

The 30-31 semester credit hour certificate program equips students with basic hands-on construction skills and broader technical knowledge for opportunities in residential construction and building renovation.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $5,301.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Construction: Basic Construction Skills Certificate

The 18-19 semester credit hour certificate program equips students with beginning hands-on skills needed for entry-level jobs in the construction trades. This program of study can be started during either the fall or spring semester.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $3,249.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Structural and Civil Certificate

The 29-semester credit hour certificate program prepares students for employment as a drafting technician in the design of buildings, roads, utility systems, and site improvements. Course work includes 3D modeling for buildings and site work, automated drafting of survey data, geographic information systems, and computer networking.

Based on 2019-2020 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $4,959.00. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Cost of Attendance Estimate

Our tuition costs are less than half of what you’d pay at a public university and a fraction of the cost of a private college.

Below is Parkland’s estimated budget used to calculate cost of attendance. This is based on full-time, in-district and out-of-district students for the fall and spring semesters.
 

Your actual cost of attendance will vary based on your enrollment level, program of study (i.e. High-cost career programs/Tier 2 courses), cost of attaining a license/certification or first professional credential, living arrangements, transportation costs, and lifestyle. This information is provided to help you estimate cost so you can plan ahead and determine how much money you may need to attend Parkland College.

*Cost of Attendance is also used to calculate a student’s financial need, as it sets a limit on the total aid that a student may receive.