by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is essential to understand the many expenses associated with attending college so you can prepare appropriately. The expense of housing, meal plans, and supplies really can mound up after 4 years (or maybe more)! Prepare an effective budget by taking these costs into account.
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Housing and dining plans are priced out separately at Princeton. The standard student spent $10,690 for housing and $7,490 for dining in 2021.
The following table shows typical predicted costs at Princeton University for meal plans, housing on campus and also other expenses.
| Expense | On Campus |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | $18,180 |
| — Housing | $10,690 |
| — Meals | $7,490 |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,250 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Total | $22,480 |
There was an average 4.3% cost change annually for the past five years in Princeton room & board costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming freshmen in 2022 can expect to be charged approximately $23,188 for housing and dining expenses based on existing movements. Those students would wind up spending approximately $23,922 for their second year, and $25,470 for their fourth year.
The entire degree (assuming you graduate on-time) the sum will come to somewhere around $97,263 for four years or $47,111 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 Princeton does or not, as well as the on-campus housing capacity.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | Yes |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 5,151 |
With on-campus living expenses totaling $22,480, Princeton University is above the U.S. average of $15,282.
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