by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what James Madison University charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. In this JMU cost report, you'll find:
In 2020-2021, the average out-of-state tuition and fees at James Madison University ran about $29,564 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. Those who hail from the state of Virginia get a discount and only needed to pay $12,638 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $23,800 | $5,764 | $29,564 |
| In-State | $7,460 | $5,178 | $12,638 |
James Madison University tuition and fees is the number charged to students for one year of attendance, and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind a lot of students have financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of college.
How much does James Madison University cost for part-time students?
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At the national level, average out-of-state tuition and fees are $19,933 a year. James Madison University is fairly expensive when compared to other schools across the United States. It's yearly out-of-state tuition and fees costs for undergrads is $29,564.
In-state undergrads in Virginia pay an average of $16,784 for tuition and fees. Undergraduates who hail from Virginia pay an average of $12,638 a year to attend JMU, making the school a bargain if you only consider tuition and fees alone.
The chart below shows how JMU compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Southeast | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: James Madison University Financial Aid.
Tuition and Fees for in-state James Madison University increased with an average annual rate of 1.70% over the past five years. This school year, in-state students can expect to pay $13,071 if the growth keeps up.
If in-state tuition and fees keeps growing at the same pace, the estimated cost for two years at JMU would be $26,364, and $53,631 for four years.
For out-of-state students, tuition and fees have increased by about 1.33% in the past five years. This year, out-of-state students will be paying approximately $30,357 if the percentage increases stay the same.
For two years This means an estimated $61,118 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at JMU, and $123,876 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at JMU.
Be aware of just how much the tuition and fees are increasing each year. At most colleges undergrads will wind up spending more on their last year of school compared to what they did for their first.
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