Longwood University's published cost of attendance is $34,588. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $11,896, middle-income families pay around $15,544, and higher-income families pay approximately $26,747.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $34,588 |
| Tuition and Fees | $27,978 |
| Room and Board | $17,424 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$15,522 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $19,066 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $11,896 |
| $30–48k | $12,320 |
| $48–75k | $15,544 |
| $75–110k | $19,647 |
| $110k+ | $26,747 |
Longwood University's published cost of attendance is $34,588. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $11,896, middle-income families pay around $15,544, and higher-income families pay approximately $26,747. Azimuth ranks Longwood University #803 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Longwood participates in federal need-based aid programs, including Pell Grants and Direct Loans, alongside institutional aid. The institution's aid structure aims to close the gap between published cost and what families actually pay through a combination of grants and scholarships. Families apply using the FAFSA to determine eligibility and aid packages. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $36,395; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $54,005, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Longwood University earn median 4-year earnings of $54,005, placing Longwood University in the 13.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $9,550 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Longwood University in the 21.9 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Longwood University #1138 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Longwood University's concentration in business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 144 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $72,565, at 1.1x the national benchmark for the field. Teacher Education and Communication and Media Studies together enroll substantial cohorts, with Communication and Media Studies graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $53,631 at 1.0x benchmark. Psychology, General and Nursing round out the top programs, with Psychology, General graduates earning $48,942 and Nursing graduates earning $82,678. This program-level consistency across applied and professional fields supports Longwood University's solid long-term financial outcomes for graduates entering stable, in-demand career pathways.
