by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the best financial choice for yourself by understanding the true cost of college. Begin by knowing how much you'll be paying per year for housing, food, and more.
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The table below shows the expected expenses of both on-campus and off-campus housing and food plans for Wake Forest University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,044 | $16,044 |
| — Housing | $10,144 | |
| — Meals | $7,870 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,572 | $2,572 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total | $20,116 | $20,116 |
There has been an average 3.6% price adjustment annually over the past five years in Wake Forest University room & board costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. If the latest developments proceed, incoming first year students in 2022 will pay about $20,781 in room, board and additional costs in their first year of college. Students obtaining their associate degree might spend somewhere around $21,470 in their last year, while those pursuing a bachelor's degree will likely shell out about $22,926 in their last year.
Over the complete degree (presuming you graduate on-time) the sum will come to approximately $87,364 for a four-year stay or $42,252 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 Wake Forest University 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 Wake Forest University 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 Wake Forest University.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 4,152 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 99 |
Students at Wake Forest University spend $20,116 to stay on campus, however the average student nationwide pays only $15,282.
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