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Dabney S Lancaster Community College

In-State Tuition & Fees

$4,710

Cost of attendance at Dabney S Lancaster Community College in 2022 for students from Virginia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Virginia's average $14,223
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$10,713

Cost of attendance at Dabney S Lancaster Community College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Virginia's average $33,092
National average $8,757

Average Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at Dabney S Lancaster Community College was $6,690. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at Dabney S Lancaster

Dabney S Lancaster net price calculator

$6,690

Below is the average net price of 2 year, public colleges in Virginia and nationwide.

Virginia's average $18,298
National average $8,115
Below is the net price of Dabney S Lancaster for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $6,690 $1,145 (21%) $4,628 $6,324 $6,732 $9,821 $11,827
2021 $5,545 $845 (13%) $3,381 $4,939 $7,549 $8,736 $9,974
2020 $6,390 $439 (7%) $4,883 $5,408 $7,639 $9,153 $10,802
2019 $5,951 $45 $4,958 $5,702 $6,541 $10,553 $10,910
2018 $5,906 $606 (9%) $4,621 $5,322 $6,780 $9,063 $10,557
2017 $6,512 $1,581 (32%) $4,674 $5,495 $7,090 $9,890 $10,522
2016 $4,931 $165 (3%) $3,533 $3,725 $5,058 $8,686 $9,480
2015 $5,096 $736 (17%) $3,971 $3,965 $6,038 $8,727 $8,974
2014 $4,360 -- $2,326 $4,162 $6,213 $8,714 $8,714

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Dabney S Lancaster Community College's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $19,310 No change $4,710 $12,600 $2,000
2021 $19,310 $600 (3%) $4,710 $12,600 $2,000
2020 $18,710 $15 $4,710 $12,600 $1,400
2019 $18,725 $712 (4%) $4,725 $12,600 $1,400
2018 $18,013 $235 (1%) $4,613 $12,000 $1,400
2017 $17,778 $528 (3%) $4,478 $12,000 $1,300
2016 $17,250 $1,276 (8%) $4,350 $11,600 $1,300
2015 $15,974 $758 (5%) $3,324 $11,350 $1,300
2014 $15,216 $132 $3,180 $10,902 $1,134
2013 $15,084 -- $3,048 $10,902 $1,134

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
Dabney S Lancaster estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $2,000.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, Dabney S Lancaster estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: N/A
  • If living off-campus, with family: $4,200
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $4,200
How much is Dabney S Lancaster application fees?
Dabney S Lancaster does not have an application fee.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
Dabney S Lancaster offers the following payment plans: Guaranteed tuition plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Dabney S Lancaster Community College cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $154 Not Available
For out-of-state students $331 Not Available

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Dabney S Lancaster Community College during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Not Offered

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