2025 Most Expensive Virginia Public 4-Years Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 15 four-year public Virginia colleges is $35,461, reflecting a 0.70% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 15 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 13 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 2 colleges.

University of Virginia-Main Campus ranks as the most expensive public Virginia colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $61,591. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, University of Virginia-Main Campus remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Virginia Military Institute at$52,638 and William & Mary at$51,038 both consistently recognized among the Virginia Public 4-Years Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Virginia Public 4-Years Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 68.47%, and the average SAT score is 1,276, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Virginia Public 4-Years Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Virginia Public 4-Years Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VAPublic, 4-year $61,591
($23,118)
$1,958		$37,628
($23,526)
$1,430		16.81%26,4091,48096.00%15 to 1
2
-		Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VAPublic, 4-year $52,638
($21,046)
$1,452		-
(-)		71.25%1,5271,18076.00%9 to 1
3
-		William & Mary Williamsburg, VAPublic, 4-year $51,038
($25,734)
$1,626		$36,684
($17,666)
$244		34.07%9,8181,47089.00%12 to 1
4
-		Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VAPublic, 4-year $39,884
($16,720)
$1,067		$32,470
($17,252)
$881		92.62%28,4641,13063.00%17 to 1
5
-		George Mason University Fairfax, VAPublic, 4-year $38,688
($14,220)
$709		$40,308
($17,964)
$911		87.48%39,7661,27068.00%16 to 1
6
-		Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VAPublic, 4-year $37,764
($15,948)
$1,070		$35,092
($18,564)
$1,007		54.78%38,8571,36086.00%17 to 1
7
-		Old Dominion University Norfolk, VAPublic, 4-year $33,780
($12,750)
$1,118		$36,174
($15,390)
$1,166		90.36%23,7431,19046.00%13 to 1
8
3		James Madison University Harrisonburg, VAPublic, 4-year $31,312
($13,966)
$522		$30,984
($13,464)
$456		71.52%22,7401,25080.00%17 to 1
9
1		Christopher Newport University Newport News, VAPublic, 4-year $31,178
($16,828)
$190		$22,986
($13,050)
$144		86.04%4,4541,17072.00%13 to 1
10
1		University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VAPublic, 4-year $28,083
($14,905)
$3,396		$23,010
($12,462)
$486		79.78%3,8261,26066.00%13 to 1
Average$40,596
($17,524)		$32,815
($16,593)		68.47%19,9601,27674.20%14 to 1