Best Value Management Information Systems and Services Colleges in Virginia

University of Virginia's College at Wise delivers the state's lowest net cost for Management Information Systems at $11,180, while Liberty University graduates earn $51,106 annually. Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and defense contractors like Northrop Grumman creates strong demand for MIS professionals who can manage complex information systems. The earnings gap between top and bottom programs reaches nearly $10,000, with public universities generally offering better value despite lower graduation rates averaging 45% versus 49% at private institutions.

Programs

$11,180 – $32,145

Net Price Range

$44,069

Avg. Program Earnings

44.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Management Information Systems and Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Virginia State University Petersburg, Virginia	$14,553	$42,682	$9,755	40.7%	89.7%
2	Old Dominion University Norfolk, Virginia	$14,170	$41,193	$12,262	44.4%	95.1%
3	Bridgewater College Bridgewater, Virginia	$20,173	$42,682	$41,350	49.4%	90.4%
4	ECPI University Virginia Beach, Virginia	$20,473	$42,682	$18,484	44.7%	82.7%
5	Liberty University Lynchburg, Virginia	$29,552	$51,106	$21,222	63.5%	99.3%
6	Bluefield University Bluefield, Virginia	$22,198		$29,696	27.1%	63.0%
7	Ferrum College Ferrum, Virginia	$22,085		$38,320	28.9%	84.3%
8	Hampton University Hampton, Virginia	$32,145		$29,162	55.7%	74.5%
9	University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, Virginia	$11,180		$11,656	49.8%	75.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $21,000 cost difference between Virginia's cheapest and most expensive MIS programs?

Public universities like UVA-Wise charge $11,180 compared to Hampton University's $32,145 net cost. Virginia's VTAG grant helps reduce private college costs, but public institutions still maintain significant advantages through state funding.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Virginia's MIS programs?

Higher-cost programs generally show better completion rates, with Liberty University achieving 63.5% graduation at $29,552 net cost. However, UVA-Wise breaks this pattern with a strong 49.8% graduation rate despite its $11,180 price point.

Does the federal government presence in Virginia impact MIS career prospects?

Yes, proximity to federal agencies and defense contractors creates steady demand for MIS graduates. Liberty University graduates earn $51,106 annually, reflecting the premium employers pay for information systems expertise in government contracting.

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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.