by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to be aware of the many expenses associated with attending college so you can plan accordingly. The expense of housing, meal plans, and supplies really can accumulate after 4 years (or maybe more)! Prepare an effective budget by taking these costs into account.
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Find out Chatham University housing expenses for both on-campus and off-campus, and also meals along with other charges in the the next table.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,226 | $12,226 |
| — Housing | $6,018 | |
| — Meals | $6,208 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,000 | $3,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $15,226 | $16,726 |
Housing and meal plans at Chatham have changed an average of 2.0% for each of the past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If current trends continue, incoming freshmen in 2022 will pay about $15,475 in housing, meals and other expenses for their first year of school. In their final year a student might spend roughly $15,730 for a two-year degree, and $16,256 for a four-year degree.
Over the course of obtaining your degree the total will be close to $63,453 for a four-year stay or $31,206 for a two-year stay.
* 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 Chatham 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 Chatham 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 Chatham.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 754 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
Chatham on-campus students pay a total of $15,226 for room and board. This price is similar to the nationwide average of $15,282.
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