by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the right college choice for yourself by understanding the true cost of college. Start by understanding how much you will be paying annually for food, housing, books and more.
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The next table outlines average expected prices at SUNY Potsdam for both living on campus or off campus, dining and additional expenses.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $13,950 | $10,052 |
| — Housing | $8,150 | |
| — Meals | $5,800 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,790 | $2,070 |
| Books and Supplies | $950 | $950 |
| Total | $16,690 | $13,072 |
There has been an average 1.4% price change every year for the past five years in SUNY Potsdam housing and dining costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming first year students in 2022 can expect to spend roughly $16,925 for housing and dining expenses based upon today's movements. By their last year a student would pay an average of $17,164 for a two-year degree, and $17,652 for a four-year degree.
Four-year students will end up spending a total sum of close to $69,149 in room and board by the time they finish, while associate degree students may pay a total sum of about $34,090.
* 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 SUNY Potsdam 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 SUNY Potsdam 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 SUNY Potsdam.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 2,715 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
Room, board, books, supplies, and other expenses for students living on campus at SUNY Potsdam are $16,690, similar to the national average of $15,282.
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