Undergraduate Students

Information About Tuition and Fees at Valpo

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We believe access ignites ambition, and financial barriers shouldn’t stand in the way of your calling. That’s why we’re committed to making your education as affordable as it is transformative — through transparent costs, competitive tuition, and generous scholarships and financial aid. At Valpo, opportunity isn’t just a promise — it’s a plan.

We offer a range of support options, from merit-based scholarships to need-based grants and loans. Many students qualify for multiple forms of financial aid — and it all starts with your application. Apply early for maximum scholarship consideration, and complete the FAFSA as soon as it opens in the fall to determine your eligibility.

Our Office of Financial Aid is here to guide you through every step with personalized support and clear answers. Together, we’ll make a plan that works for you. Consistently ranked as a top 50 Best Value institution nationwide by U.S. News & World Report, and with a deep commitment to access, Valpo helps make your brightest future possible.

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Costs of Attendance

More than 98% of all undergraduate students at Valpo receive financial aid with an average award in the range of $38,000. Here are the standard costs of attendance per academic year.

2025-2026 Cost of Attendance

Undergraduate Cost of Attendance

Undergraduate Cost	On-Campus Freshmen	On-Campus Undergraduate	Off-Campus	Commuter
Bachelor and Associate Tuition (12-19 credits/semester) *Other tuition rates	$48,820	$48,820	$48,820	$48,820
General Fee What’s included Other fees	$1,570	$1,570	$1,570	$1,570
Housing Average (standard double room) *Housing options	$8,400	$10,100	$6,800	$0 (living w/ parent)
Food Average *Meal plans	$5,900	$5,500	$6,000	$6,000
Books	$20 per credit hour	$20 per credit hour	$20 per credit hour	$20 per credit hour
Personal (travel, misc and loan fees)	$1,870	$1,870	$1,870	$1,870
Total Cost of Attendance	$67,760	$69,060	$66,260	$59,460

2024-2025 Cost of Attendance

Undergraduate Cost of Attendance

Undergraduate Cost	On-Campus	Off-Campus	Commuter
Bachelor and Associate Tuition (12-19 credits/semester) *Other tuition rates	$46,940	$46,940	$46,940
General Fee What’s included Other fees	$1,510	$1,510	$1,510
Housing (standard double room) *Other housing options	$8,116	$6,800 (estimated)	$0 (living w/ parent)
Food (freshman plan) *Meal plans	$5,502	$5,000 (estimated)	$5,000 (estimated)
Books	$20 per credit hour	$20 per credit hour	$20 per credit hour
Personal (travel, misc and loan fees)	$1,870	$1,870	$1,870
Total Cost of Attendance	$65,138	$63,320	$56,520

Valpo Means Value

U.S. News & World Report ranks Valpo as one of the best national universities and among the best for undergraduate teaching. Couple that with our affordable tuition and scholarship and financial aid resources and we earn another U.S. News distinction—one of the best values nationwide.