It is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at Baker College.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $4,600 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $5,300. When you add it all up, a typical student living on campus at Baker College spent approximately $19,200 in 2026 across housing, dining, books and other living expenses.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Baker College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,900 | $14,100 |
| — Housing | $4,600 | |
| — Meals | $5,300 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,300 | $5,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $19,200 | $20,400 |
Housing and dining costs rarely hold still from one year to the next. 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 $83,663 in room, board and other essentials.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Baker College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,200 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,700 |
| One Year Ago | $12,900 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $12,900 |
| One Year From Now * | $13,552 |
| Two Years From Now * | $14,238 |
| Three Years From Now * | $14,958 |
| Four Years From Now * | $15,715 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 5.1% per year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $19,852 for their first year on campus.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $22,015 in year four — and a two-year student about $20,538 for the last year of an associate degree.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $83,663 for a four-year degree, versus about $40,390 for two years on campus.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
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) | 558 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |