by our College Data Analytics TeamBeing familiar with the many expenses related to going to college will enable you to make a good college decision. These extra costs of housing, food, and supplies may add up fast!
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Find out California Institute of the Arts costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, and meals in addition to other expenses in the the next table.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,135 | $16,000 |
| — Housing | $7,040 | |
| — Meals | $5,095 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $7,826 | $7,826 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Total | $22,461 | $26,326 |
There has been an average 0.3% price adjustment annually for the last five years in CalArts room & board costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming first year students in 2022 should expect to pay an average of $22,680 for housing and dining expenses based upon current trends. By their final year an undergraduate would spend an average of $22,907 for a two-year degree, and $23,383 for a four-year degree.
Four-year students will wind up spending a total sum of close to $92,114 in living costs by the time they complete their degree, while two-year students will pay a total sum of about $45,588.
* 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 CalArts 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 CalArts 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 CalArts.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 441 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 17 |
Students at CalArts spend $22,461 to stay on campus, while the average student nationwide will pay only $15,282.
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