by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend Augustana College.
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This school offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing charge for an average student was $6,268 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $6,802. When you add it all up, an on-campus student at Augustana College spent approximately $17,879 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
Discover housing costs for both on-campus and off-campus, as well as meals and other expenses at Augustana College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,031 | $15,031 |
| — Housing | $6,268 | |
| — Meals | $6,802 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,848 | $1,848 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $17,879 | $17,879 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $79,613 for living costs.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Augustana College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,030 |
| Two Years Ago | $13,326 |
| One Year Ago | $14,014 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $15,031 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,800 |
| Two Years From Now * | $16,609 |
| Three Years From Now * | $17,459 |
| Four Years From Now * | $18,353 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 5.1% each year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $18,648 for room, board and essentials in year one.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $21,201 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $19,457 by the end of a two-year program.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $79,613 for a four-year degree, versus about $38,105 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
Meal plans differ by school; some use a card balance while this school offers plans based on meals per week. The table below shows the maximum number of meals per week available. Wondering whether you may be required to live on campus? See the table below for on-campus housing details.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 1,855 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 20 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |