by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Carroll College.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $5,696 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $6,276. Altogether, a student living on campus at Carroll College budgeted around $18,988 in 2026 across housing, dining, books and other living expenses.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Carroll College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $14,920 | $14,996 |
| — Housing | $5,696 | |
| — Meals | $6,276 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,268 | $3,268 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| Total | $18,988 | $19,064 |
The price of living on campus is rarely the same in your senior year as it was your first. Projecting the trend helps you plan for all four years instead of only the first.
Over the course of obtaining your degree, expect on-campus living costs near $81,005 for living costs.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Carroll College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,584 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,384 |
| One Year Ago | $14,892 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $14,920 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,409 |
| Two Years From Now * | $15,914 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,436 |
| Four Years From Now * | $16,974 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 3.3% annually. Carrying that rate forward one year puts on-campus living costs near $19,477 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $21,042 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $19,982 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $81,005 for a four-year degree, versus about $39,459 for a two-year stay.
Room and board tends to rise year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
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) | 1,081 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |