Eastern Shore Community College
Melfa, VA, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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Students at Eastern Shore Community College paid an average net price of $4,303 a year after grants and scholarships.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$4,303
$12,100 below the median for all colleges ($16,403).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $4,244 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $3,973 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $3,991 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $8,358 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Awards you could use at Eastern Shore Community College: the college's own scholarships, programs from VA and federal grants. Each is checked against its official page; open one to see the full rules.
VA program · Residents of VA · need-based · GPA 2.5+
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Federal grant · GPA 3.0+
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