by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is very important to know the many costs associated with going to college so you're able to plan appropriately. The expense of supplies, housing, and meal plans can really mound up after four years (or more)! Make a good financial decision by considering these costs.
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The following table outlines average prices at Richard Bland College of William and Mary both for living on campus or off campus, meal plans and additional charges.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,103 | $5,020 |
| — Housing | $7,799 | |
| — Meals | $4,304 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $14,803 | $9,220 |
In the past five years, RBC meal plans and housing costs have adjusted 6.6% per year on average, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If today's tendencies in room, board, and other expenses continue, we predict incoming freshmen in 2022 to pay about $15,473 for their first year of college. Associate degree students will likely spend somewhere around $16,217 in their last year, while those pursuing a bachelor's degree will probably pay about $17,935 in their last year.
The room and board total over the course of four years would be close to $66,663; for just two years it will be about $31,690.
* 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 RBC 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 RBC 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 RBC.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 400 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
Students who live on campus at Richard Bland College of William and Mary pay a total of $14,803 for living expenses. This cost is close to the national average of $15,282.
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