There are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend Cowley County Community College.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $3,201 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $3,399. All told, the average on-campus student at Cowley County Community College spent approximately $17,100 in 2026 in total yearly living costs beyond tuition.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Cowley County Community College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $11,100 | $12,000 |
| — Housing | $3,201 | |
| — Meals | $3,399 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total | $17,100 | $18,000 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Projecting the trend helps you plan for all four years instead of only the first.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $72,400 for living costs.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Cowley County Community College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $10,050 |
| Two Years Ago | $10,300 |
| One Year Ago | $10,600 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $11,100 |
| One Year From Now * | $11,486 |
| Two Years From Now * | $11,886 |
| Three Years From Now * | $12,300 |
| Four Years From Now * | $12,728 |
* estimated
Year over year, room and board rose an average of 3.5% a year over the last three years. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $17,486 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
By their final year, a student might pay about $18,728 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $17,886 in their second and final year.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $72,400 for a four-year degree, versus about $35,372 over a two-year associate program.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term 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) | 530 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |