by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the very best financial choice for you by taking the true cost of college into account. Get started by understanding just how much you will be paying a year for housing, food, and more.
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Learn Idaho State University costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, along with dining plans and other charges in the the next table.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $7,340 | $8,370 |
| — Housing | $2,950 | |
| — Meals | $4,390 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,930 | $5,930 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $14,270 | $15,300 |
Room and board at ISU have changed around 0.7% per year these past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If current tendencies in housing and meal expenses carry on, we expect incoming first years in 2022 to be charged about $14,318 in their first year of college. Those individuals might wind up spending an average of $14,366 for their second year, and $14,464 for their 4th year.
Total room and board costs over four years would be close to $57,564; for two years it would be about $28,684.
* 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 ISU 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 ISU 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 ISU.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 1,213 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
ISU room & board add up to $14,270, which is close to the national average of $15,282.
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