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 New York University.
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This school offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing charge for an average student was $17,080 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $6,450. Altogether, a typical on-campus student at New York University budgeted around $32,300 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at New York University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $27,824 | $27,824 |
| — Housing | $17,080 | |
| — Meals | $6,450 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,034 | $3,034 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,442 | $1,442 |
| Total | $32,300 | $32,300 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. 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 $152,778 for living costs.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at New York University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $22,528 |
| Two Years Ago | $23,175 |
| One Year Ago | $25,820 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $27,824 |
| One Year From Now * | $30,004 |
| Two Years From Now * | $32,355 |
| Three Years From Now * | $34,890 |
| Four Years From Now * | $37,625 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 7.8% each year. Carrying that rate forward one year puts on-campus living costs near $34,480 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $42,101 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $36,831 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $152,778 for a four-year degree, versus about $71,311 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.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 13,180 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |