by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Norfolk State University, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Norfolk State University stood at $10,180 each year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $21,682. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
Of that total, required fees added up to $4,104 in-state and $4,104 out-of-state; the rest is tuition itself.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,076 | $17,578 |
| Fees | $4,104 | $4,104 |
| Total | $10,180 | $21,682 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and exclude room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much does Norfolk State University cost if you attend part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
To put that price in context, here is how Norfolk State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In VA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Norfolk State University is about average on cost.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Norfolk State University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at Norfolk State University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,752 | $16,920 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,752 | $16,920 |
| One Year Ago | $5,926 | $17,428 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,076 | $17,578 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Norfolk State has changed across the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition increased 0.9%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $21,868 for the coming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 1.91%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $10,374. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 1.42%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $21,989.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,374 | $21,989 |
| In 2 Years | $10,571 | $22,300 |
| In 3 Years | $10,772 | $22,616 |
| In 4 Years | $10,977 | $22,936 |
| In 5 Years | $11,186 | $23,261 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $89,841, or close to $42,694 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Norfolk State University, visit the Norfolk State University Financial Aid page.
