by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the best financial choice for you by understanding the true cost of college. Start by being familiar with just how much you will pay per year for food, housing, books and more.
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The table below shows the average expected prices of both on-campus and off-campus housing and other expenses for University of Colorado Boulder.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,676 | $15,676 |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,979 | $2,979 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $19,855 | $17,229 |
In the past five years, CU - Boulder meal plans and housing costs have changed 2.8% per year on average, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming first year students in 2022 can expect to spend around $20,474 for room, board and other costs according to current movements. In their final year an undergraduate would pay an average of $21,150 for a two-year degree, and $22,684 for a four-year degree.
Four-year students will end up having to pay a total sum of approximately $86,195 in room and board by the time they complete their degree, while associate degree students will pay a total sum of about $41,624.
* 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 CU - Boulder 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 CU - Boulder 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 CU - Boulder.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 7,500 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
With room, board, books, supplies, and additional expenses costing students living on campus $19,855, University of Colorado Boulder is above the U.S. average of $15,282.
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