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 Indiana University-South Bend.
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This school charges students for housing and dining together as a bundle. The cost of living on campus for a typical student was about $10,184 in 2026. Taken together, the average on-campus student at Indiana University-South Bend paid roughly $16,504 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 Indiana University-South Bend.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,802 | $15,708 |
| — Housing | $10,184 | |
| — Meals | $2,618 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,536 | $4,550 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,166 | $1,166 |
| Total | $16,504 | $21,424 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
Over four years you could pay about $67,102 in room, board and other essentials.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Indiana University-South Bend.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $12,486 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,674 |
| One Year Ago | $13,752 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $12,802 |
| One Year From Now * | $12,909 |
| Two Years From Now * | $13,018 |
| Three Years From Now * | $13,128 |
| Four Years From Now * | $13,239 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 0.8% annually. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $16,611 for room, board and essentials in year one.
By their final year, a student might pay about $16,941 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $16,720 in their second and final year.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $67,102 for a four-year degree, versus about $33,331 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.
Curious about campus housing? The table below summarizes the on-campus living details for this school.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 387 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |