Virgin Islands Colleges
Costs of Attendance
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average cost of attendance (COA) of Virgin Islands colleges is $33,275 for undergraduate students and $32,434 for graduate students.
For in-state undergraduate students, the average total cost is $22,675, while out-of-state undergraduate students pay an average of $33,275. Graduate students pay $25,234 for in-state and $32,434 for out-of-state attendance. Off-campus students can expect living costs of approximately $14,758 for room and board. Books and supplies cost an average of $1,960 per academic year.
| Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Living Costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | On-Campus | Off-Campus | ||
| Undergraduate | $5,957 | $16,557 | $1,960 | $14,758 | $14,758 |
| Graduate | $8,516 | $15,716 | $1,960 | $14,758 | $14,758 |
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average undergraduate tuition and fees at Virgin Islands colleges is $5,957 for in-state students and $16,557 for out-of-state students.
In-state undergraduate students typically pay lower tuition rates compared to out-of-state students, reflecting state subsidies for resident students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Fees | Tuition | Fees | |
| Average | $5,300 | $657 | $15,900 | $657 |
| Public Schools | $5,300 | $657 | $15,900 | $657 |
| 4 Years or High | $5,300 | $657 | $15,900 | $657 |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Private Schools | - | - | - | - |
| 4 Years or High | - | - | - | - |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
Graduate Tuition & Fees
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average graduate tuition and fees at Virgin Islands colleges is $8,516 for in-state students and $15,716 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Fees | Tuition | Fees | |
| Average Costs | $7,956 | $560 | $15,156 | $560 |
| Public Schools | $7,956 | $560 | $15,156 | $560 |
| Private Schools | - | - | - | - |
Room & Board, Other Living Costs
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average on-campus living costs at Virgin Islands colleges is $14,758, while off-campus living costs average $14,758. Living costs represent a significant portion of total college expenses and include room and board plus additional expenses for students.
| On-Campus | Off-Campus | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Room & Board | Other Expenses | Room & Board | Other Expenses | |
| Average | $11,500 | $3,258 | $11,500 | $3,258 |
| Public Schools | $11,500 | $3,258 | $11,500 | $3,258 |
| 4 Years or High | $11,500 | $3,258 | $11,500 | $3,258 |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Private Schools | - | - | - | - |
| 4 Years or High | - | - | - | - |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
Tuition per Credit Hours
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average undergraduate cost per credit hour at Virgin Islands colleges is $176 for in-state students and $530 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, the average cost per credit hour is $442 for in-state students and $842 for out-of-state students.
Per credit hour pricing provides flexible tuition payment options for students taking varying course loads and is particularly beneficial for part-time students, working professionals, and those pursuing degrees at their own pace. Understanding cost per credit hour is essential for calculating total tuition expenses based on credit requirements for degree completion. These rates apply to both traditional classroom courses and online programs, though specific pricing may vary by program type and delivery method.
The comprehensive tables and charts below break down per credit hour costs by degree level (undergraduate vs graduate), school type (public vs private institutions), program length, and residency status.
| Undergraduate | Graduate | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Average | $176 | $530 | $442 | $842 |
| Public Schools | $176 | $530 | $442 | $842 |
| 4 Years or High | $176 | $530 | $442 | $842 |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Private Schools | - | - | - | - |
| 4 Years or High | - | - | - | - |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| 2-4 years and less than 2 years colleges do not offer graduate programs or not report its costs. | ||||