by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Virginia State University charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. If you're looking for specific information on Virginia State costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
At Virginia State University the average out-of-state tuition and fees for undergraduates was $20,909 in 2020-2021. Those who hail from the state of Virginia get a discount and only needed to pay $9,154 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $16,542 | $4,367 | $20,909 |
| In-State | $5,540 | $3,614 | $9,154 |
Virginia State University tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
Remeber that many students qualify for scholarships and financial aid that will lower the amount they have to pay.
How much does Virginia State University cost for part-time students?
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. The out-of-state undergraduate tuition and fees cost for Virginia State University ran around $20,909 per year. That's about average when compared to the national rate.
Average in-state tuition and fees for schools across the country is $16,784 a year for undergraduate students. Virginia State only charges $9,154 a year in for in-state undergraduates, making it relatively inexpensive when compared to the national average.
Take a look at the following chart to see how Virginia State University compares to other schools in terms of tuition and fees.
| Nationwide | Southeast | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Expensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Virginia State University Financial Aid.
With an average annual growth rate of 0.36% for the past five years, Virginia residents could expect to pay $9,220 this year if the percentage growth remains the same.
If the in-state Virginia State tuition and fees growth rate stays consistent, two years of study could cost $18,474, and four years would cost $37,081.
Tuition and fees for out-of-state students have grown by about 0.99% in the past five years. This school year, students outside of the state will pay an estimated $21,324.
This would result in a total cost of $42,859 for two years and $86,570 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Virginia State.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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