by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is very important to be aware of the many expenses associated with your college career so you can prepare accordingly. The expense of housing, meal plans, and supplies really can add up after 4 years (or maybe more)! Be prepared by considering these costs.
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The next table outlines average expenses at Academy of Art University both for living on campus or off campus, dining plans and other charges.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $19,486 | $17,254 |
| — Housing | $12,944 | |
| — Meals | $6,542 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,186 | $4,968 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,126 | $1,126 |
| Total | $23,798 | $23,348 |
There was an average 5.4% price adjustment every year for the last five years in Academy of Art University housing and dining costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If existing trends in housing and meal expenses carry on, we expect incoming freshmen in 2022 to spend about $24,697 for their first year of school. Students obtaining their associate degree would spend approximately $25,682 in their final year, while bachelor's degree students will likely pay about $27,910 in their final year.
Bachelor's degree students will end up paying a total sum of around $105,043 in room and board by the time they finish, while students obtaining their associate degree may pay a total sum of about $50,380.
* estimated
Are you wondering whether you may be required to live on campus? If you are a first-time full-time student, some schools may require it. See the table below to find out whether Academy of Art University does or not, as well as the on-campus housing capacity.
Schools may offer meal plans where the number of meals per week can vary, for example, the student receives a meal card and charges meals against the card. Then there are schools like Academy of Art University that offer meal plans based on the number of meals per week. See the table below to find out the number of meals per week in the maximum meal plan offered at Academy of Art University.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 1,280 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
With room, board, books, supplies, and other expenses costing on-campus students $23,798, Academy of Art University is above the national average of $15,282.
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