by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are more expenses associated with going to college besides tuition fees. Find out how much you will end up spending to go to JMU .
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The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for James Madison University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $11,550 | $11,555 |
| — Housing | $5,564 | |
| — Meals | $5,986 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,002 | $4,002 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,098 | $1,098 |
| Total | $16,650 | $16,655 |
There has been an average 3.2% price change every year for the past five years in JMU room & board costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If current tendencies continue, 2022 incoming freshmen will be charged about $17,125 in room, board and other expenses for their first year of school. Those students will likely end up having to pay roughly $17,616 in their second year, and $18,641 in their 4th year.
The room and board total over four years would be close to $71,504; for just two years it would be about $34,742.
* 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 JMU does or not, as well as the on-campus housing capacity.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 6,513 |
JMU on-campus expenses amount to $16,650, which is close to the national average of $15,282.
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