There are 83 accredited colleges and universities in Virginia. They admit an average of 70% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $20,323 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
Find Your Matches FreeSource: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.
The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Virginia. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Virginia with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick & Henry Community College | Martinsville, VA | $4,102 |
| Paul D Camp Community College | Franklin, VA | $4,126 |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Richmond, VA | $5,168 |
| Brightpoint Community College | Chester, VA | $5,490 |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Charlottesville, VA | $5,963 |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Hampton, VA | $7,012 |
| University of Virginia's College at Wise | Wise, VA | $9,210 |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Annandale, VA | $9,919 |
| Tidewater Community College | Norfolk, VA | $11,762 |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach, VA | $12,038 |
| Mary Baldwin University | Staunton, VA | $12,756 |
| Richard Bland College | South Prince George, VA | $13,045 |
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There are 83 accredited colleges and universities in Virginia in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 70% of applicants and cost about $20,323 per year after aid.
University of Virginia-Main Campus is the highest nationally ranked university in Virginia. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 83 Virginia colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Virginia is about $20,323 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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