Virginia Western Community College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$5,961
Average Net Price
86%
Receive Aid
30%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Virginia Western Community College is $5,961 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$5,961

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,735
$30,001-48,000$5,260
$48,001-75,000$6,893
$75,001-110,000$9,545
$110,000+$9,383

Financial Aid

Virginia Western Community College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 86% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 30% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

86%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

30%

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 $4,818 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $4,818. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,218, which is 60% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $4,818

Out-of-State: $4,818

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,818
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,018

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,818
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,518

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,818
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,018

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$4,818
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,018

Commuting Students

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

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,818
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,518

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$4,818
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,018

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Virginiawestern's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Virginia Western Community College has decreased costs by $254, representing a 4.1% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$6,215

Current Year

$5,961

Change

$-254

Affordability & Value

Virginia Western 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 aid86%
Pell grant recipients30%
Student-faculty ratio23:1
Virginia Western Community College - Cost & Financial Aid