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University of Virginia's College at Wise delivers the state's most affordable Management Information Systems program at $11,180 net cost, nearly three times less than Hampton University's $32,145. Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and defense contractors like Northrop Grumman creates steady demand for MIS graduates, though earnings vary considerably from $41,193 to $51,106 across programs. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with three schools under $15,000.
9
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 In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,180 $11,656 49.8% 75.6%
2 $14,170 $12,262 44.4% 95.1%
3 $14,553 $9,755 40.7% 89.7%
4 $20,173 $41,350 49.4% 90.4%
5 $20,473 $18,484 44.7% 82.7%
6 $22,085 $38,320 28.9% 84.3%
7 $22,198 $29,696 27.1% 63.0%
8 $29,552 $21,222 63.5% 99.3%
9 $32,145 $29,162 55.7% 74.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Public universities like UVA Wise ($11,180) and Old Dominion ($14,170) offer significantly lower costs than private institutions such as Hampton University ($32,145). However, private schools like Liberty University show higher graduation rates at 63.5% compared to public averages around 45%.

How do graduation rates compare across Virginia's affordable MIS programs?

Hampton University leads with a 55.7% graduation rate despite being the most expensive option at $32,145. Among cheaper alternatives, UVA Wise achieves 49.8% while costing just $11,180, making it an attractive value proposition.

Is there a correlation between program cost and post-graduation earnings?

Liberty University graduates earn $51,106 annually despite moderate costs of $29,552, while Old Dominion graduates earn $41,193 at just $14,170 total cost. The data suggests program quality and regional connections matter more than tuition levels for salary outcomes.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.