by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Criswell College.
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This school offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing charge for an average student was $6,200 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $3,854. Taken together, the average on-campus student at Criswell College budgeted around $18,621 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Criswell College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,864 | $19,415 |
| — Housing | $6,200 | |
| — Meals | $3,854 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,915 | $4,662 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,842 | $1,842 |
| Total | $18,621 | $25,919 |
Housing and dining costs rarely hold still from one year to the next. Knowing where it is headed helps you budget for the full degree, not just year one.
Over four years you could pay about $81,411 by the time you graduate.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Criswell College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,152 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,782 |
| One Year Ago | $12,596 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $12,864 |
| One Year From Now * | $13,522 |
| Two Years From Now * | $14,214 |
| Three Years From Now * | $14,941 |
| Four Years From Now * | $15,706 |
* estimated
Year over year, room and board rose an average of 5.1% annually. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $19,279 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $21,463 in year four — and a two-year student about $19,971 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $81,411 for four years, or about $39,250 over a two-year associate program.
Room and board tends to rise year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Curious about campus housing? The table below summarizes the on-campus living details for this school.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 218 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |