Tuition and Financial Aid: Undergraduate Programs

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for the Batten BA for the 2024-2025 academic year are as follows:

In-State                  $31,118

Out-of-State           $70,326

The Batten School and the University remain committed to helping students with demonstrated need navigate the increasing costs of higher education. The University meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all in-state and out-of-state students through a combination of grants, work-study, and need-based loans, and limits need-based loans to an average of $4,500 per year for in-state students and $7,000 per year for out-of-state students. These loan caps will remain unchanged, so students who have demonstrated need should not incur increased costs associated with pursuing a Batten education. For students who remain eligible for AccessUVA scholarships, the amount you will be offered in loans and/or work study does not depend on whether a student enters the Batten School or stays in the College. Undergraduate students who were not previously eligible to receive need-based state or institutional financial aid but may become eligible in the 2024-2025 academic year due to the new tuition rates must apply for aid by March 1, 2024. Students currently receiving need-based aid also need to apply by March 1, 2024. Please visit the Student Financial Services website or write sfs@virginia.edu for more information. 

In addition to tuition and fees, students must also consider the cost of books and supplies, housing, and other living expenses. Please review the 2024-2025 Estimated Undergraduate Cost of Attendance for an academic year (nine months).

Funding Your Degree

BA students are eligible to apply for part-time employment opportunities at the Batten School. The most common type of position for undergraduates is as a staff assistant to one of Batten’s administrative units (e.g., Admissions, Communications).  These positions, posted on an as-needed basis, are typically 10-20 hours per week.

Students may also find employment within other parts of the University or in the local community. Per University policy, students may work no more than 20 hours per week in University jobs while school is in session.

Students with remaining financial need may take out student loans and apply for financial aid. You may apply by completing a FAFSA application. The University of Virginia’s school code is 003745.  Make sure to check out Common Application Errors to ensure your application for federal aid can be processed as quickly as possible.

UVA participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Student Loan Program. This program offers low-interest loans to dependent and independent, undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in school at least half-time (minimum of six credit hours per semester) in a degree-seeking program. Student Financial Services certifies private loans that come from a private lending institution such as a bank or credit union. Entrance counseling is required for all first-time borrowers.

As you consider whether to accept part or all of the loans offered to you, please carefully consider the terms and repayment for each type of loan. The Federal Student Aid Repayment Estimator is an excellent resource.

For more information, please visit the 2022-2023 Academic Year Loans page.

Educational benefits are available for veterans, family members of veterans, and active duty military personnel. These programs have different benefit packages and eligibility requirements.  The Post 9/11 GI Bill provides up to 36 months (4 regular school years) of education benefits to eligible service members (Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve) and Veterans who have served at least 90 days on active duty since 9/10/2001. Benefits are tiered based on number of days on active duty. Benefits can be transferred to spouse or family member. To determine your eligibility and benefits package, please consult your Education Services Officer (ESO) and see Military Tuition Assistance, for active duty, or GI Bill, for veterans.