Make the best college choice by understanding the true cost of college. Start by understanding the yearly costs at Midland College.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $2,400 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $3,600. All told, a typical on-campus student at Midland College faced a yearly bill of about $13,048 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Midland College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $8,550 | $18,513 |
| — Housing | $2,400 | |
| — Meals | $3,600 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,476 | $2,476 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,022 | $2,022 |
| Total | $13,048 | $23,011 |
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.
Over four years you could pay about $56,079 for living costs.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at Midland College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,562 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,088 |
| One Year Ago | $8,476 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $8,550 |
| One Year From Now * | $8,922 |
| Two Years From Now * | $9,310 |
| Three Years From Now * | $9,716 |
| Four Years From Now * | $10,139 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 4.4% a year over the last three years. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $13,420 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $14,637 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $13,808 in their second and final year.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $56,079 for four years, or about $27,228 over a two-year associate program.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year 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) | 190 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |