by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding the many expenses associated with attending college will enable you to make a good financial decision. These additional costs of supplies, room, and board add up fast!
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Dining and housing costs at Spelman are combined. In 2021 the average student paid about $15,063 for cost of living.
The table below shows the average expected prices of on-campus and off-campus housing and other expenses for Spelman College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,063 | $15,063 |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total | $20,063 | $20,063 |
There has been an average 2.8% cost change annually for the past five years in Spelman room & board costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming freshmen in 2022 should expect to be charged approximately $19,663 for room, board and other costs based upon existing movements. In their last year a student might pay approximately $19,415 for an associate degree, and $19,286 for a bachelor's degree.
Total room and board costs over the course of four years would be approximately $77,660; for two years it will be about $39,078.
* 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 Spelman 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 Spelman 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 Spelman.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 1,401 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 21 |
Spelman students spend $20,063 to stay on campus, while the average student nationwide pays just $15,282.
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