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 Gallaudet University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $9,000 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $6,892. Altogether, a student living on campus at Gallaudet University spent approximately $28,692 in 2026 across housing, dining, books and other living expenses.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Gallaudet University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $21,492 | $21,492 |
| — Housing | $9,000 | |
| — Meals | $6,892 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,600 | $5,600 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Total | $28,692 | $28,692 |
Housing and dining costs rarely hold still from one year to the next. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
Over the course of obtaining your degree, expect on-campus living costs near $118,670 in room, board and other essentials.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Gallaudet University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $20,400 |
| Two Years Ago | $20,400 |
| One Year Ago | $20,492 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $21,492 |
| One Year From Now * | $21,875 |
| Two Years From Now * | $22,265 |
| Three Years From Now * | $22,663 |
| Four Years From Now * | $23,067 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 1.8% each year. If that pace holds, room and board would land around $29,075 for their first year on campus.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $30,267 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $29,465 for the last year of an associate degree.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $118,670 for four years, or about $58,540 for two years on campus.
Housing and dining costs creep up most years, so plan on paying somewhat more each year of your degree.
Meal plans differ by school; some use a card balance while this school offers plans based on meals per week. The table below shows the maximum number of meals per week available. 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) | 878 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 21 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |