College Scorecard data · Updated August 17, 2026
| Tuition | Difference | |
|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista University (in-state) | $41,798 | — |
| IA average | $23,680 | +77% |
| National average | $18,082 | +131% |
In-state tuition at Buena Vista University is $41,798 per year; out-of-state students pay $41,798.
Buena Vista University in-state tuition is 77% above the IA average of $23,680.
National average in-state tuition is $18,082; Buena Vista University is 131% above that.
$41,798 is the official in-state tuition published by College Scorecard for the most recent cohort year.