Mountain Empire Community College: Tuition & Loans

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Tuition and fees per year
$10,900
Medium
Average tuition charges at Mountain Empire Community College are close to the nationwide median, around $10,000 a year. The additional fees at Mountain Empire Community College not covered by tuition are approximately $900; this makes it a total of $10,900 per academic year.

The chart below shows Mountain Empire Community College tuition costs and additional fees compared to the competing and nearby colleges:

Anunual Tuition and Fees in Mountain Empire Community College and Competing Colleges

Mountain Empire Community College Tuition Comparison Chart

Books and Supplies

The average cost of books and additional supplies required to study at Mountain Empire Community College is $1,500 a year, which is a reasonable price if compared to other colleges in Virginia.

FAFSA Application

FAFSA Code
2023-2024
009629
If you plan to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the postsecondary institution code for Mountain Empire Community College is 009629. Please verify this code before using it with your FAFSA application.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides money for college to eligible students and families. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you will need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

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