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 Houston Christian University.
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This school offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing charge for an average student was $7,558 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $5,370. All in all, a typical on-campus student at Houston Christian University faced a yearly bill of about $23,904 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Houston Christian University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $17,702 | $18,970 |
| — Housing | $7,558 | |
| — Meals | $5,370 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,202 | $6,470 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $23,904 | $26,440 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $113,631 for living costs.
Here is how combined on-campus room and board has moved over the last few reported years, with a projection of where it is headed, at Houston Christian University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,848 |
| Two Years Ago | $13,892 |
| One Year Ago | $16,832 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $17,702 |
| One Year From Now * | $19,344 |
| Two Years From Now * | $21,138 |
| Three Years From Now * | $23,099 |
| Four Years From Now * | $25,242 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 9.3% a year over the last three years. Carrying that rate forward one year puts on-campus living costs near $25,546 for room, board and essentials in year one.
By their final year, a student might pay about $31,444 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $27,340 for the last year of an associate degree.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $113,631 for four years, or about $52,886 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
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) | 1,068 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |