by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the best college choice for yourself by understanding the true cost of college. Start by knowing just how much you'll be paying a year for room, board, and other living expenses.
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The next table outlines expected costs at Dallas Baptist University for both on-campus and off-campus housing, dining plans and other expenses.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $8,527 | $11,763 |
| — Housing | $4,206 | |
| — Meals | $4,321 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,087 | $5,373 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Total | $12,964 | $18,486 |
Room and board at DBU have changed about 2.2% for each year of the past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming first year students in 2022 can expect to spend approximately $13,198 for housing and dining expenses based upon today's movements. In their last year an undergraduate would pay approximately $13,437 for a two-year degree, and $13,930 for a four-year degree.
The complete degree (assuming you graduate on-time) the total will come to close to $54,249 for four years or $26,636 for two years.
* 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 DBU 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 DBU 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 DBU.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 2,265 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 20 |
DBU on-campus living costs as compared to the national average wasn't available. One reason could be that many students who attend this school commute or are online students.
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