Parkland College Approves Tuition Hike for Summer 2026

3.76% increase for District 505 students, no change for out-of-state and international students

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Parkland College Board of Trustees has approved a 3.76% increase in tuition and fees for the Summer 2026 term, resulting in a $7 per credit hour increase for District 505 students. However, out-of-state and international students will see no change in their tuition rates.

Why it matters

The tuition hike will impact the affordability of Parkland College for local students, potentially making it more difficult for some to access higher education. However, the college is maintaining its current rates for out-of-state and international students, likely to remain competitive.

The details

The increase will apply to Parkland's Tier One programs, which make up the majority of the college's course offerings. Additionally, book fees will be applied to select courses to ensure students have immediate access to required materials, while universal fees will remain the same.

  • The Parkland College Board of Trustees approved the tuition increase at their February 2026 meeting.

The players

Parkland College Board of Trustees

The governing body of Parkland College that approved the tuition increase.

Amie Loyd

Parkland's Chief Financial Officer who led the budget workshop prior to the board meeting.

Christopher Randles

Parkland's Senior Vice President who participated in the budget workshop.

Ryan Scott

A Parkland alum who was appointed as a new peace officer for the college.

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The takeaway

The tuition increase at Parkland College highlights the ongoing challenge of maintaining affordable access to higher education, particularly for local students. However, the college's decision to maintain current rates for out-of-state and international students suggests an effort to remain competitive and accessible to a broader student population.