Tuition fees, net price and ROI
Buena Vista University Tuition Fees, Net Price and ROI Calculator
Focused cost page for Buena Vista University covering in-state tuition, out-of-state tuition, net price by income, debt payback by major, financial aid, salary and ROI.
View Full School ProfileIn-state tuition
$40,190
Out-of-state tuition
$40,190
Average net price
$18,321
Last updated August 1, 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS.
Buena Vista University Tuition Fees and 4-Year Cost
Use this focused cost summary to compare published tuition with estimated attendance cost and average net price after aid. Final bills can change by residency, housing, aid eligibility, program fees and enrollment level.
Cost per year
$52,490
4-year attendance
$209,960
4-year tuition
$160,760
4-year net price
$73,284
Buena Vista University Net Price by Family Income
College Scorecard income-bracket net price data shows how average cost changes after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.
| Family income | Avg net price | Savings vs sticker | Monthly view | Estimator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $14,583 | $37,907 | $1,215/mo | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,328 | $37,162 | $1,277/mo | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,286 | $36,204 | $1,357/mo | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,059 | $33,431 | $1,588/mo | |
| Over $110,000 | $22,791 | $29,699 | $1,899/mo |
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Major-level ROI
Buena Vista University Debt Payback by Major and Program Salary
Debt payback estimates divide median completer debt by 10% of reported program earnings, then convert the result to months. This gives a directional debt-to-earnings view by program.
| Major / program | Credential | Program salary | Debt payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's Degree | $58,501 | ~51 months |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's Degree | $57,228 | ~52 months |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's Degree | $48,810 | ~61 months |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | Master's Degree | $45,249 | ~66 months |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's Degree | $44,901 | ~67 months |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's Degree | $39,042 | ~77 months |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's Degree | $38,989 | ~77 months |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Bachelor's Degree | $38,936 | ~77 months |
| Marketing | Bachelor's Degree | $38,530 | ~78 months |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's Degree | $38,301 | ~78 months |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's Degree | $38,278 | ~78 months |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's Degree | $37,262 | ~81 months |
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Buena Vista University ROI and Debt Payback Simulator
Your Estimate
- 4-year net cost
- Debt payback using 10% salary
- Debt-to-salary ratio
Buena Vista University Aid, Debt and Loan Cost Signals
Pell grant rate
42.54%
Federal loan rate
68.79%
Median completer debt
$25,000
Median monthly payment
$265