by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the right financial choice for yourself by understanding all of your college expenses. Begin by being familiar with just how much you will be paying a year for room, board, and other living expenses.
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Find out Texas Christian University costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, as well as dining plans along with other expenses in the table below.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $14,040 | $14,040 |
| — Housing | $8,340 | |
| — Meals | $5,700 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,828 | $3,828 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 |
| Total | $18,768 | $18,768 |
There was an average 3.2% cost adjustment annually for the last five years in TCU housing and dining costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If current developments persist, incoming first year students in 2022 will be charged about $18,908 in housing, meals and additional costs in the first year of attendance. Those young people might wind up having to pay around $19,087 in their second year, and $19,551 in their fourth year.
The room and board total over the course of four years would be somewhere around $76,849; for just two years it will be about $37,996.
* 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 TCU 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 | 5,083 |
Students at TCU spend $18,768 to stay on campus, however the average student nationwide will pay just $15,282.
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