Costs on the Rise at Virginia Public Universities

Posted by Rachel Hatzipanagos 

Do you have a student heading back to school at one of Virginia's four-year public universities? Expect to pay more this school year.

Students at Virginia’s four-year public colleges will see an average of 5.1 percent increase in tuition and fees this fall.

The annual report from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia, released Monday, indicates that it’s the second-lowest average fee hike in 10 years. 

Students at four-year institutions will pay about $468 more in tuition and mandatory fees starting this fall.

At George Mason University, a full-time, in-state student will have to pay 3 percent more, or $288. Students at GMU who live on campus will see an increase of $310 in room and board costs.

Students at Virginia’s Community College System will see a 4.4-percent increase on average, or about $165 more in tuition and mandatory fees, the report states.

Full-Time In-State Undergraduate Tuition and Total Mandatory Fee Increases:

George Mason University +$288

Old Dominion University: +$370

University of Virginia + $452

Virginia Tech + $532

James Madison University +$368

Read the full report from SCHEV for information on increases at other schools.