by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Colorado College.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $8,928 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $7,092. All in all, the average on-campus student at Colorado College budgeted around $23,018 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
Discover housing costs for both on-campus and off-campus, as well as meals and other expenses at Colorado College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $19,050 | $19,050 |
| — Housing | $8,928 | |
| — Meals | $7,092 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,728 | $2,728 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| Total | $23,018 | $23,018 |
Housing and dining costs rarely hold still from one year to the next. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $103,648 in room, board and other essentials.
Here is how combined on-campus room and board has moved over the last few reported years, with a projection of where it is headed, at Colorado College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $16,252 |
| Two Years Ago | $16,960 |
| One Year Ago | $17,956 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $19,050 |
| One Year From Now * | $20,143 |
| Two Years From Now * | $21,299 |
| Three Years From Now * | $22,521 |
| Four Years From Now * | $23,813 |
* estimated
Room and board changed an average of 5.7% annually. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $24,111 for room, board and essentials in year one.
By their final year, a student might pay about $27,781 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $25,267 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $103,648 for four years, or about $49,378 over a two-year associate program.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 1,702 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |