Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $4,863
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $10,866
- Average Net Price
- $7,226
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 41.5%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $4,500
- Books & Supplies
- $1,500
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 0.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 41.5%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $7,015 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $7,027 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $8,008 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $8,686 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families earning under $30,000 pay around $7,015 annually at Mountain Empire Community College, while those making $75,000-$110,000 face costs of $8,686. The two-year total ranges from about $14,000 to $17,400 depending on family income. Only 15% of students receive institutional grants averaging $5,423, but the good news is that no students take federal loans here. Students graduate debt-free and enter the workforce immediately.
The college serves coal country in Appalachian Virginia, where 42% of students qualify for Pell Grants. Graduates earn a median of $32,622 ten years out, which puts them ahead of many regional opportunities without the burden of loan payments. The 99% in-state enrollment reflects the college's role as an affordable local option. Low-income families get the best deal here, paying roughly the same as wealthier families while accessing federal grant aid.
The college serves coal country in Appalachian Virginia, where 42% of students qualify for Pell Grants. Graduates earn a median of $32,622 ten years out, which puts them ahead of many regional opportunities without the burden of loan payments. The 99% in-state enrollment reflects the college's role as an affordable local option. Low-income families get the best deal here, paying roughly the same as wealthier families while accessing federal grant aid.
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