by our College Data Analytics TeamKnowing all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best college choice. These additional costs of supplies, room, and board add up fast!
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The table below will show you the average expected expenses of on-campus and off-campus housing and other expenses for Santa Clara University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,533 | $16,533 |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,979 | $4,761 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,125 | $1,125 |
| Total | $20,637 | $23,139 |
Room and board at SCU have changed an average of 3.5% for each of the past five years, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If present tendencies carry on, incoming freshmen in 2022 will be charged about $21,001 in housing, meals and additional costs in their first year of college. By their closing year an undergraduate would spend somewhere around $21,412 for a two-year degree, and $22,359 for a bachelor's degree.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on-time) the sum will be around $86,639 for four years or $42,414 for two years.
* 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 SCU 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 | 3,551 |
SCU students pay $20,637 to live on campus, however the average student nationwide will pay only $15,282.
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