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 Milligan University.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $4,000 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,300. Altogether, a student living on campus at Milligan University paid roughly $18,586 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
Discover housing costs for both on-campus and off-campus, as well as meals and other expenses at Milligan University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,910 | $19,150 |
| — Housing | $4,000 | |
| — Meals | $4,300 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,376 | $5,706 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| Total | $18,586 | $26,156 |
The price of living on campus is rarely the same in your senior year as it was your first. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
The projected four-year total comes to about $80,216 in housing, food and other expenses.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Milligan University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,418 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,876 |
| One Year Ago | $12,476 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $12,910 |
| One Year From Now * | $13,472 |
| Two Years From Now * | $14,059 |
| Three Years From Now * | $14,671 |
| Four Years From Now * | $15,310 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 4.4% a year over the last three years. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $19,148 in their first year.
By their final year, a student might pay about $20,986 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $19,735 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $80,216 for a four-year degree, versus about $38,883 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.
Meal plan structures vary widely. At this school, the maximum meal plan covers a fixed number of meals per week, shown 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) | 722 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 20 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |