by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend East Texas Baptist University.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $5,100 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $5,856. All told, a typical on-campus student at East Texas Baptist University spent approximately $17,130 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at East Texas Baptist University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $13,436 | $13,144 |
| — Housing | $5,100 | |
| — Meals | $5,856 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,480 | $2,894 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,214 | $1,214 |
| Total | $17,130 | $17,252 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Knowing where it is headed helps you budget for the full degree, not just year one.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $73,454 for living costs.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at East Texas Baptist University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $12,144 |
| Two Years Ago | $12,541 |
| One Year Ago | $13,109 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $13,436 |
| One Year From Now * | $13,912 |
| Two Years From Now * | $14,405 |
| Three Years From Now * | $14,916 |
| Four Years From Now * | $15,445 |
* estimated
Year over year, room and board rose an average of 3.5% a year over the last three years. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $17,606 in their first year.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $19,139 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $18,099 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $73,454 over four years — compared with roughly $35,705 for a two-year stay.
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) | 1,282 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |