by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at Augustana University.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $4,296 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $5,424. All told, an on-campus student at Augustana University spent approximately $24,496 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Augustana University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $17,016 | $21,578 |
| — Housing | $4,296 | |
| — Meals | $5,424 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $6,480 | $10,180 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $24,496 | $32,758 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
Over the course of obtaining your degree, expect on-campus living costs near $104,329 in housing, food and other expenses.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Augustana University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $15,358 |
| Two Years Ago | $15,048 |
| One Year Ago | $15,950 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $17,016 |
| One Year From Now * | $17,628 |
| Two Years From Now * | $18,262 |
| Three Years From Now * | $18,919 |
| Four Years From Now * | $19,600 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 3.6% annually. If that pace holds, room and board would land around $25,108 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $27,080 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $25,742 by the end of a two-year program.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $104,329 for a bachelor’s, while two years would run about $50,850 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
Schools may offer meal plans where the number of meals per week can vary. This school offers 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. 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) | 1,405 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 99 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |