by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is essential to understand all the expenses associated with going to college so you're able to plan appropriately. The expense of supplies, housing, and meal plans really can add up after 4 years (or more)! Make a good financial decision by considering these costs.
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In 2021, students at UMBC spent $7,310 for housing and $4,940 for the meal plan.
The following table outlines expected prices at University of Maryland - Baltimore County for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other charges.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,600 | $14,736 |
| — Housing | $7,310 | |
| — Meals | $4,940 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,166 | $4,100 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Total | $17,366 | $20,436 |
There has been an average 1.5% price adjustment each year for the past five years in UMBC housing and dining costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming freshmen in 2022 can expect to spend approximately $17,782 for housing and dining expenses based on existing trends. Those young people might wind up spending an average of $18,223 in their 2nd year, and $19,182 in their fourth year.
Total room and board costs over four years will be somewhere around $73,877; for just two years it would be about $36,005.
* 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 UMBC 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 UMBC 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 UMBC.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 3,644 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 21 |
With room, board, books, supplies, and additional expenses costing on-campus students $17,366, University of Maryland - Baltimore County is above the U.S. average of $15,282.
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