Tuition
Make your education dreams a reality with affordable tuition from Bluefield College
World-Class Education, Convenient Offerings, & Competitive Pricing
Your education is a serious financial investment. At Bluefield College, we feel that students in Virginia and beyond deserve affordable college tuition options to earn an on-campus or online degree. Bluefield’s financial aid counselors are available to discuss affordable cost options with you regarding the financing of your Christ-centered education.
Along with the fees listed, students are encouraged to use their financial aid award letter to determine final out-of-pocket expenses. You may bridge the difference with other payment options, including Federal Parent PLUS Loans, tuition assistance and scholarships from outside institutions, as well as Bluefield College’s own tuition payment plan.
On-Campus Tuition & Fees (2020-2021)
Per Academic Year |
Per Semester |
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| On-Campus Tuition | $25,750 | $12,875 |
| Pathways Tuition | $12,876 | $6,438 |
 Alumni Hall |
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| Shared Room | $4,286 | $2,143 |
 Bluestone Commons ** ⇑ |
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| Shared Room | $4,876 | $2,438 |
| Private Room | $6,430 | $3,215 |
| East River Hall * |
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| Shared Room | $3,960 | $1,980 |
| Private Room | $5,546 | $2,773 |
| Shared Apartment ** ⇑ | $4,876 | $2,438 |
| Private Apartment ** ⇑ | $6,430 | $3,215 |
| Rish Hall * |
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| Shared Room | $3,522 | $1,761 |
| Private Room | $4,962 | $2,438 |
| Cottages ** | ||
| Married Couples (Meal Plan Optional) | $6,252 | $3,126 |
| Board | ||
| Continuous Meal Plan + $50 RAM Bucks | $5,576 | $2,788 |
| 200 Meal Plan + $50 RAM Bucks | $3,280 | $1,640 |
| 150 Meal Plan + $50 RAM Bucks | $2,616 | $1,308 |
| 100 Meal Plan + $50 RAM Bucks † | $1,900 | $950 |
| 50 Meal Plan + $50 RAM Bucks † | $1,072 | $536 |
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Students in Cruise, Rish, and traditional rooms in East River Halls will be charged Board at the continuous meal plan rate also.
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Students in Cottages, Bluestone Commons, and East River Hall Apartments that request the continuous meal plan will be charged accordingly.
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The 100 & 50 meal plans are available upon request for students in Cottages and commuters.
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Students in Bluestone Commons Apartments and East River Apartments are required to have the 100 meal plan.
Online Tuition & Fees (2020-2021)
| Undergraduate | ||
| Tuition | $365 | Per credit hour |
| Graduation Fee | $120 | One-time fee |
| M.A. Counselor Education | ||
| Tuition | $525 | Per credit hour |
| Graduation Fee | $140 | One-time fee |
| M.A. Education | ||
| Tuition | $460 | Per credit hour |
| Course Material Fee | $33 | Per credit hour |
| Student Teaching Fee | $250 | per semester (Licensure students only) |
| Graduation Fee | $140 | One-time fee |
| M.A. Educational Leadership | ||
| Tuition | $460 | Per credit hour |
| Graduation Fee | $140 | One-time fee |
| M.S. Nursing | ||
| Tuition | $480 | Per credit hour |
| Sim Lab Fee | $125 | Specific courses only |
| Graduation Fee | $140 | One-time fee |
| MBA | ||
| Tuition | $480 | Per credit hour |
| Course Material Fee | $33 | Per credit hour |
| Technology Fee | $75 | One-time fee |
| Graduation Fee | $140 | One-time fee |
Textbooks
Bluefield College provides textbooks for all degree-seeking students through a course material rental program with eCampus.
Each student is charged per semester and will typically receive all their course materials by the first day of class. If a textbook is not returned within five (5) days of the end of a class, an additional charge of 50% of the list price of the textbook will be added to the student’s account. Students who receive Title IV funds are eligible for a reduction of the fee. If a student applies for this reduction, or “Opt-out”, they will be responsible for acquiring their own textbooks and any digital materials. Bluefield College strongly urges all eligible students to fully participate in this program. For further information, contact BC Central.
| Full-Time | $390 | Per semester |
| Part-Time | $33 | Per credit hour |
| Overloads | $33 | Per credit hour |
| Online | $33 | Per credit hour |
| All Other Graduate Programs | $33 | Per credit hour |
*Dual Enrolled students, Masters in Nursing students, Masters of Arts in Biomedical Science students, and non-degree seeking students do not participate in the textbook rental program.
Additional Fees, Deposits & Processes (2020-2021)
Additional Fees & Deposits
| Private Music Fee | $200 | Per credit hour |
| Science Lab Fee | $50 | Per science class & lab |
| Student Teaching Fee | $250 | Per semester |
| Athletic Fee | $300 | per semester |
| Confirmation Fee (New Students) | $150 | One-time fee |
| Graduation Fee | $120 | One-time fee |
| Replacement Residence Room Key Fee | $65 | Per incident |
| PO Box Key Fee | $15 | One-time fee |
| Replacement PO Box Key Fee | $35 | Per incident |
| Late Registration Fee | $25 | Per incident |
| International Student Health Insurance | $670 | Per semester (Subject to change) |
| Replacement Student ID Card | $25 | Per incident |
| Deposit (New Residential Students) | $200 | One-time fee |
| Comprehensive Fee | $500 | Per semester |
M.A. Biomedical Science
| Tuition | $14,000 | Per semester |
| Confirmation Deposit | $500 | One-time fee |
| Graduation Fee | $140 | One-time fee |
Certificate Program Fees
| Chemistry | ||
| Tuition | $200 | Per credit hour |
Church Partnership Program Fees
| Tuition | $275 | Per credit hour (after discount) |
| Site Fee | Varies by location | |
| Technology Fee | $100 | Per semester |
| Graduation Fee | $120 | One-time fee |
Overload Charges
| On-Campus Hours | $970 | Per credit hour over 18 |
| Online Hours | $365 | Per credit hour over 18 |
| Audit Hours (Up to 6 Allowed) | $270 | Per credit hour over 18 |
Part-Time Charges
| On-Campus (1-11 Hours) | $970 | Per credit hour |
| Online Hours | $365 | Per credit hour |
| Audit Hours (Up to 6 Allowed) | $270 | Per credit hour |
Special Admissions Programs
| Dual Credit (High School Students) | $300 | Per course |
| Education Recertification | $385 | Per course |
| Community Tuition Program | $80 | Per course |
| Seniors Program (Age 55+ & Non-degree) | $65 | Per course |
| Pastors Program | $65 | One Christian Studies or Philosophy class |
Transcript Fees
| Official Transcript Fee | $15 | Per transcript |
| Unofficial Transcript Fee | No charge |
Course Material Fees
| Full-Time (12-18 Credit Hours) | $390 | Per semester |
| Part-Time (1-11 Credit Hours) | $33 | Per credit hour |
| Overload (Over 18 Credit Hours) | $33 | Per credit hour over 18 |
| Online | $33 | Per credit hour |
Required Documentation for Online & Military Discount
In order to receive the military discount, documentation is required for verification of service. Documentation can be submitted to the Office of Admissions via email at admissions@bluefield.edu. Please include your BC student ID number with your request.
Please note: The military discount does not apply to students in the church partnership program or the Masters of Biomedical Science program.
Active Duty Military
- Copy of Driver’s License, Passport, or DMV identification card
- LES
Veterans, Reserve/National Guard
- Copy of Driver’s License, Passport, or DMV identification card
- DD-214 or NGB-22
Police, Corrections Officers, Firemen, and First Responders (must be a paid position)
- Copy of Driver’s License, Passport, or DMV identification card
- Employment verification letter from Human Resources on agency letterhead
Disclosures
- The per credit hour rate should be “Tuition Cost ($25750) X number of years to complete program (4) = $103,000 / total number of semester hours to complete program (120) = cost per hour ($858.34)
- Students must request the military discount and submit proper documentation in order to receive it. It is not automatically awarded
- The military discount goes into effect for the next (upcoming) term after request and documentation have been submitted and approved
- No retroactive discounts for prior terms will be given
- The following are NOT eligible for the military discount:
a. Spouses and dependents
b. Church Partnership students
c. Masters of Biomedical Science (MABS) students