Virginia college students are paying more than ever. Here’s why.

Virginia college students are paying more than ever. Here’s why.

The average price for one year of tuition, fees, room and board rose an additional 3% this year to $29,500. Some out-of-state students pay twice as much.

Tuition increase for 2025-26 school year

On June 13, the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved a motion that would increase tuition for almost all UK students by 3%. Student football and basketball ticket prices were both raised by over 50% as well, according to UK Athletics. UK Spokesperson Jay Blanton said the subject soon after the approval, explaining why the tuition raises were necessary.