by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Laurel Ridge Community College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Laurel Ridge Community College came in at $5,072 a year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $11,510. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
The fees portion of those totals totaled $170 in-state and $950 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,902 | $10,560 |
| Fees | $170 | $950 |
| Total | $5,072 | $11,510 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and does not include room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will Laurel Ridge Community College cost if you attend part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For perspective, here is how Laurel Ridge Community College prices compare to peer schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In VA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, Laurel Ridge Community College is comparatively affordable.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Laurel Ridge Community College Financial Aid page for specifics.
Take a look at how tuition at Laurel Ridge Community College has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,620 | $9,918 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,620 | $9,918 |
| One Year Ago | $4,758 | $10,056 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,902 | $10,560 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Lord Fairfax Community College has moved over recent reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition went up 5.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $12,086 in the following year.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 2.30%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $5,188. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 2.35%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $11,780.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $5,188 | $11,780 |
| In 2 Years | $5,307 | $12,057 |
| In 3 Years | $5,429 | $12,340 |
| In 4 Years | $5,554 | $12,630 |
| In 5 Years | $5,681 | $12,927 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $48,807, or close to $21,478 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
To learn about financial aid at Laurel Ridge Community College, check out the Laurel Ridge Community College Financial Aid page.
