by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at Grambling State University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $5,548 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $4,050. All in all, a typical on-campus student at Grambling State University paid roughly $23,170 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 Grambling State University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,180 | $15,122 |
| — Housing | $5,548 | |
| — Meals | $4,050 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,190 | $5,190 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total | $23,170 | $22,112 |
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.
The projected four-year total comes to about $96,153 for living costs.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at Grambling State University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $15,220 |
| Two Years Ago | $16,180 |
| One Year Ago | $16,180 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $16,180 |
| One Year From Now * | $16,520 |
| Two Years From Now * | $16,867 |
| Three Years From Now * | $17,222 |
| Four Years From Now * | $17,584 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 2.1% each year. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $23,510 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $24,574 in year four — and a two-year student about $23,857 in their second and final year.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $96,153 for four years, or about $47,367 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
The table below outlines what this school reports about on-campus housing.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 2,359 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |