Cost

Accounting Certificate

The 30-semester hour accounting certificate program prepares students for careers as junior accountants in business, industry, and government.

Based on 2023-24 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $7,173. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Accounting Technologies, Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)

The 60-semester hour A.A.S degree can lead to a satisfying career as a payroll clerk or in general accounting, cost accounting, purchasing, inventory control, accounts receivable, accounts payable, tax assistant, or similar career areas.

Based on 2023-24 rates, the in-district cost of this program is $14,096. A detailed explanation of the tuition, fees, and book expenses can be viewed here.

Parkland Cost of Attendance Estimates

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.