by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to know all of the expenses associated with going to college so that you can plan appropriately. The cost of supplies, housing, and meal plans really can mound up after four years (or maybe more)! Make the best financial decision for yourself by taking these costs into account.
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Discover Rochester University costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, in addition to dining plans in addition to other expenses in the table below.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $9,106 | $4,938 |
| — Housing | $4,872 | |
| — Meals | $4,234 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $906 | $1,620 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,872 | $1,872 |
| Total | $11,884 | $8,430 |
Housing and meal plans at RU have changed about 7.5% for each of the past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If current trends in housing and meal expenses continue, we predict incoming freshman students in 2022 to pay about $12,646 for their first year of school. Those students might end up spending roughly $13,465 for their 2nd year, and $15,291 for their 4th year.
Bachelor's degree students will wind up spending a total of around $55,749 in living costs by the time they finish, while associate degree students will pay a total of about $26,112.
* 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 RU 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 RU 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 RU.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 310 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
Students at Rochester University pay only $11,884 to live on campus. A great deal considering the nationwide average price is $15,282.
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