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CAU offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing price for a typical student was $5,874 in 2021, and the cost of an average dining plan was $4,348.
The following table outlines expected expenses at Clark Atlanta University both for on-campus and off-campus housing, dining and additional charges.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $10,222 | $10,222 |
| — Housing | $5,874 | |
| — Meals | $4,348 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,312 | $3,312 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,900 | $1,900 |
| Total | $15,434 | $15,434 |
Housing and meal plans at CAU have changed about -2.7% for each year of the past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming first year students in 2022 should expect to pay around $15,317 for housing and dining expenses based upon existing movements. In their closing year a student would spend around $15,224 for a two-year degree, and $15,110 for a bachelor's degree.
Over the complete degree (presuming you graduate on-time) the total will come to close to $60,807 for a four-year stay or $30,541 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 CAU 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 CAU 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 CAU.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 2,162 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 42 |
CAU on-campus students pay a total of $15,434 for their room and board. This cost is close to the national average of $15,282.
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