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 Columbia International University.
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This school bundles housing and dining options together into one package. The on-campus cost for any typical student was about $11,950 in 2026. All in all, the average on-campus student at Columbia International University budgeted around $18,830 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Columbia International University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $14,230 | $12,100 |
| — Housing | $11,950 | |
| — Meals | $2,280 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,400 | $4,200 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $18,830 | $17,500 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. Knowing where it is headed helps you budget for the full degree, not just year one.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $81,448 for living costs.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at Columbia International University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $12,660 |
| Two Years Ago | $13,230 |
| One Year Ago | $15,350 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $14,230 |
| One Year From Now * | $14,818 |
| Two Years From Now * | $15,430 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,068 |
| Four Years From Now * | $16,732 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 4.1% per year. If current trends continue, incoming first-year students would pay about $19,418 for their first year on campus.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $21,332 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $20,030 for the last year of an associate degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $81,448 for a bachelor’s, while two years would run about $39,448 for a two-year stay.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
Not all meal plans work the same way. This school structures its plans by meals per week, and the table below lists the largest 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) | 400 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 20 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |