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Paying for UVA

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what UVA actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Free tuition at UVA for families earning under $100,000 a year. AccessUVA: free tuition+fees for in-state families under $100k; full COA (tuition, fees, room, board) covered for families under $50k; loans capped at $4k over 4 years for low-income Virginians

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run UVA's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$11,273/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$12,720/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$14,884/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$21,000/yr after aid
$110k+$37,000/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$34,300
In-state tuition$21,088
Out-of-state tuition$57,506
Room & board$14,500
Average net price$18,500
Students on aid54%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsNo need-based aid for international students

UVA cost & aid FAQ

How much does UVA cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $18,500 per year at UVA after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $34,300. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does UVA cost by family income?

At UVA, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $11,273 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $37,000 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does UVA offer free tuition?

Yes. UVA waives tuition for families earning under $100,000 a year. That covers tuition itself; room, board and fees may still apply, so the total cost can be above zero.

Does UVA give financial aid to international students?

No need-based aid for international students. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with UVA's financial aid office.

Does UVA meet full financial need?

Meets 100% of demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

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