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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

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