by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is very important to know all of the expenses associated with attending college so that you can prepare accordingly. The expense of housing, meal plans, and supplies can really accumulate after 4 years (or maybe more)! Be prepared by taking these costs into account.
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The next table outlines average expenses at Columbia International University for both living on campus or off campus and additional charges.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $8,950 | $8,950 |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,710 | $4,510 |
| Books and Supplies | $600 | $600 |
| Total | $13,260 | $13,110 |
Room and board at CIU have changed around 3.2% for each of the past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If present trends proceed, incoming freshmen in 2022 will pay about $13,552 in room, board and other costs in their first year of college. In their final year a student would spend roughly $13,855 for an associate degree, and $14,490 for a four-year degree.
Total room and board costs over the course of four years will be around $56,065; for just two years it will be about $27,408.
* 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 CIU 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 CIU 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 CIU.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 400 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 20 |
We wanted to report to you how the costs of room and board at CIU compares to other colleges, but that information was not available. It could be because most of the learners at this school commute, or are online students.
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