by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Lindenwood University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $7,180 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,520. All told, an on-campus student at Lindenwood University faced a yearly bill of about $19,002 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Lindenwood University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $14,702 | $18,252 |
| — Housing | $7,180 | |
| — Meals | $4,520 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,900 | $2,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Total | $19,002 | $22,552 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
Over the course of obtaining your degree, expect on-campus living costs near $82,249 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 Lindenwood University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,100 |
| Two Years Ago | $13,100 |
| One Year Ago | $13,700 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $14,702 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,301 |
| Two Years From Now * | $15,925 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,574 |
| Four Years From Now * | $17,249 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 4.1% each year. If current trends continue, incoming first-year students would pay about $19,601 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $21,549 in year four — and a two-year student about $20,225 by the end of a two-year program.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $82,249 for four years, or about $39,826 for a two-year stay.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
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. 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) | 2,541 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |