by our College Data Analytics TeamMake the best college choice by understanding the true cost of college. Start by understanding the yearly costs at Drury University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $7,872 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $3,818. All told, a typical student living on campus at Drury University budgeted around $21,036 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 Drury University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,096 | $16,096 |
| — Housing | $7,872 | |
| — Meals | $3,818 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,700 | $3,700 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| Total | $21,036 | $21,036 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
The projected four-year total comes to about $97,420 for living costs.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Drury University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,094 |
| Two Years Ago | $13,932 |
| One Year Ago | $14,186 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $16,096 |
| One Year From Now * | $17,326 |
| Two Years From Now * | $18,650 |
| Three Years From Now * | $20,075 |
| Four Years From Now * | $21,609 |
* estimated
Room and board changed an average of 7.6% annually. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $22,266 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $26,549 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $23,590 by the end of a two-year program.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $97,420 over four years — compared with roughly $45,856 over a two-year associate program.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
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) | 1,069 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |