by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is very important to be aware of all of the costs associated with your college career so that you can plan appropriately. The cost of supplies, housing, and meal plans can really accumulate after 4 years (or more)! Make a good financial decision by taking these costs into account.
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In 2021, Tarleton students paid out $6,138 for housing and $4,068 for dining.
The following table outlines average expected expenses at Tarleton State University both for living on campus or off campus, dining as well as other expenses.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $10,206 | $10,206 |
| — Housing | $6,138 | |
| — Meals | $4,068 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,240 | $3,240 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 | $1,050 |
| Total | $14,496 | $14,496 |
In the past five years, Tarleton room and board have changed -0.4% on average each year, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If current developments in room, board, and other expenses go on, we expect incoming first year students in 2022 to spend about $14,502 in their first year of college. In their final year an undergraduate might pay around $14,511 for an associate degree, and $14,538 for a bachelor's degree.
Over the course of acquiring your degree the total will be somewhere around $58,075 for a four-year stay or $29,013 for a two-year stay.
* 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 Tarleton 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 Tarleton 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 Tarleton.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 3,906 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 17 |
Room, board, books, supplies, and other expenses for students living on campus at Tarleton State University total to $14,496, close to the national average of $15,282.
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