by our College Data Analytics TeamIs VCU worth the money? Read College Factual's annual VCU value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
Virginia Commonwealth University is ranked #1,619 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Virginia Commonwealth University is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
The average VCU student's degree will cost an estimated $186,036. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $42,281 and a typical 4.4 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $42,281 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.4 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $186,036 |
Consider the average VCU student takes 4.4 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your VCU degree may cost less than average.
The overall price of a college can vary depending on your individual circumstances.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how VCU value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $210,659 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $186,036 | #1,619 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $165,057 | #1,188 | C |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $145,187 | # | F |
| All Students | $120,560 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $99,585 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Virginia.
About 83% of VCU students receive financial aid. Get more details on what VCU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by calculating average VCU cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.