9 Business/Managerial Economics Programs
| # | School | Net Price | Program Earnings | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia
|
$14,170 | $57,556 | $12,262 | 44.4% | 95.1% |
| 2 |
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia
|
$21,816 | $64,493 | $13,576 | 80.9% | 78.3% |
| 3 |
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, Virginia
|
$23,790 | $57,318 | $15,478 | 86.3% | 57.0% |
| 4 |
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
|
$19,452 | $46,217 | $16,458 | 65.4% | 91.0% |
| 5 |
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden-Sydney, Virginia
|
$24,668 | $47,260 | $52,388 | 65.3% | 39.8% |
| 6 |
Hampton University
Hampton, Virginia
|
$32,145 | $29,162 | 55.7% | 74.5% | |
| 7 |
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, Virginia
|
$17,833 | $33,157 | 55.7% | ||
| 8 |
Shenandoah University
Winchester, Virginia
|
$30,055 | $36,028 | 70.5% | 80.4% | |
| 9 |
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia
|
$14,553 | $9,755 | 40.7% | 89.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the wide gap between public and private school costs in Virginia?
Public schools like Old Dominion ($14,170) and Virginia State ($14,553) cost roughly half of private options such as Hampton University ($32,145). However, the VTAG grant helps offset private college expenses for Virginia residents.
How do Virginia business graduates' earnings compare to their college costs?
James Madison graduates see the strongest return, earning $64,493 against $21,816 in costs. Even Virginia Commonwealth graduates earning $46,217 face just $19,452 in net expenses, creating positive value across the state.
Which Virginia schools offer the best graduation rates for business majors?
Virginia Tech leads with 86.3% of business students completing degrees, followed by James Madison at 80.9%. These rates significantly exceed the national average for business programs.
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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.