Financing college

Financing college is not the most fun thing to think about, but it’s necessary to consider all of your options when applying for financial assistance. Take a moment to learn more about your options, including applying for student loans, grants and scholarship funds. Also be sure to look at the breakdown of student tuition and fees, as well as the university’s billing process.

Tuition and fees

Undergraduate tuition 2008-09 Monroe Park Campus*

*These are approximate expenses per year and are subject to change.
1 – Representative charge for double occupancy.
2 – Assume 200-block plan with $300 per semester in “Dining Dollars.”

For more information about university costs, contact VCU Student Accounting.

Billing

Bills for the fall 2008 semester will be mailed the first of August to students who have registered for fall classes. Students who have enough financial aid to cover their fall charges will not be sent bills. Students with current charges of $100 or greater are eligible to participate in the university’s Installment Payment Plan, offered during the fall and spring semesters. The Installment Payment Plan distributes the cost of tuition, fees, room and board, and communications fee for the semester into four equal installments. The fee per semester is $25, paid with the first installment. The first installment for the fall semester is due before classes begin with the remaining three installments due in October, November and December. Information about how to sign up for the payment plan will be included with your bill. For more information, visit VCU Student Accounting.

Resources

VCU offers opportunities for financial assistance through financial aid as well as scholarships. Eligibility for financial aid varies depending on a student’s academic and financial circumstances, while scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit in the areas of academic achievement, artistic talent (when applicable), leadership and community service.