Virginia Highlands Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,613
Average Net Price
91%
Receive Aid
42%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Virginia Highlands Community College is $5,613 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,613

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,811
$30,001-48,000$4,877
$48,001-75,000$6,057
$75,001-110,000$6,509
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

Virginia Highlands Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 91% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 42% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

91%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

42%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $4,758 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $4,758. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,158, which is 60% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,758

Out-of-State: $4,758

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,758
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,958

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,758
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,458

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,758
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,958

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,758
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,958

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,758
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,458

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,758
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,958

Cost Analysis

Analyze how VHCC's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Virginia Highlands Community College has decreased costs by $1,327, representing a 19.1% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,940

Current Year

$5,613

Change

$-1,327

Affordability & Value

Virginia Highlands Community College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid91%
Pell grant recipients42%
Student-faculty ratio18:1