by our College Data Analytics TeamDo you know how much it will cost to live on campus? Check out how much extra living expenses are at Missouri State University-Springfield.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $6,766 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $3,812. Taken together, a typical on-campus student at Missouri State University-Springfield can expect to spend about $20,724 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 Missouri State University-Springfield.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $14,930 | $16,012 |
| — Housing | $6,766 | |
| — Meals | $3,812 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,594 | $6,410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $20,724 | $23,622 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. Knowing where it is headed helps you budget for the full degree, not just year one.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $87,608 in housing, food and other expenses.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Missouri State University-Springfield.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,674 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,218 |
| One Year Ago | $14,824 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $14,930 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,387 |
| Two Years From Now * | $15,858 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,343 |
| Four Years From Now * | $16,844 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 3.1% each year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $21,181 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $22,638 in year four — and a two-year student about $21,652 for the last year of an associate degree.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $87,608 for a four-year degree, versus about $42,833 for two years on campus.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
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. 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) | 3,836 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 99 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |