by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are more costs associated with going to college in addition to tuition fees. Find out below exactly how much you will end up having to pay to go to Ball State University .
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The table below shows the expected costs of both on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Ball State University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $10,796 | $10,796 |
| — Housing | $4,862 | |
| — Meals | $6,282 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,804 | $2,804 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 | $1,364 |
| Total | $14,964 | $14,964 |
For the past five years, Ball State housing and dining costs have changed 1.8% each year on average, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming first year students in 2022 should expect to pay around $15,085 for room, board and other costs based on existing movements. By their last year an undergraduate might spend an average of $15,212 for a two-year degree, and $15,483 for a four-year degree.
Total room and board costs over the course of four years would be somewhere around $61,126; for two years it will be about $30,297.
* 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 Ball State 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 Ball State 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 Ball State.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 7,531 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 21 |
Students who live on campus at Ball State University will pay a total of $14,964 for their room and board. This amount is close to the nationwide average of $15,282.
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