Understanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Jefferson Community College.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $7,416 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $6,580. Altogether, the average on-campus student at Jefferson Community College budgeted around $19,908 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
Discover housing costs for both on-campus and off-campus, as well as meals and other expenses at Jefferson Community College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,608 | $20,020 |
| — Housing | $7,416 | |
| — Meals | $6,580 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $19,908 | $23,320 |
Housing and dining costs rarely hold still from one year to the next. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
Over four years you could pay about $87,413 in housing, food and other expenses.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at Jefferson Community College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,640 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,640 |
| One Year Ago | $16,324 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $16,608 |
| One Year From Now * | $17,352 |
| Two Years From Now * | $18,129 |
| Three Years From Now * | $18,942 |
| Four Years From Now * | $19,790 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 4.5% a year over the last three years. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $20,652 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $23,090 in year four — and a two-year student about $21,429 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $87,413 for a bachelor’s, while two years would run about $42,081 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
Dining plans vary from school to school. Here, plans are structured around a set number of meals per week — see the maximum plan in the table below. Review the table below for the on-campus housing details this school reports.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 294 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 17 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |