by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Marshall University, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Marshall University were $9,162 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $20,342. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
Within that total, required fees added up to $1,594 in-state and $1,594 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,568 | $18,748 |
| Fees | $1,594 | $1,594 |
| Total | $9,162 | $20,342 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. These costs are the full sticker price.
What does Marshall University cost per credit hour part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Marshall University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In WV | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Marshall University lands right around the average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Visit the Marshall University Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Marshall University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,190 | $18,244 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,190 | $18,244 |
| One Year Ago | $7,372 | $18,724 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,568 | $18,748 |
This chart shows the way tuition at Marshall University has changed across the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition increased 0.1%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $20,368 for the upcoming year.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 2.33%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $9,375. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 1.25%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $20,595.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $9,375 | $20,595 |
| In 2 Years | $9,593 | $20,851 |
| In 3 Years | $9,816 | $21,110 |
| In 4 Years | $10,044 | $21,372 |
| In 5 Years | $10,278 | $21,638 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $83,928, versus roughly $38,828 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Marshall University, go to the Marshall University Financial Aid page.
