by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend Northern Kentucky University.
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This school offers students a combined housing and dining plan. The cost of living on campus for a standard student was about $12,712 in 2026. Altogether, a typical student living on campus at Northern Kentucky University paid roughly $18,512 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Northern Kentucky University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,212 | $19,932 |
| — Housing | $12,712 | |
| — Meals | $2,500 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,500 | $7,220 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| Total | $18,512 | $27,952 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $78,758 by the time you graduate.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Northern Kentucky University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,954 |
| Two Years Ago | $13,748 |
| One Year Ago | $14,160 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $15,212 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,669 |
| Two Years From Now * | $16,140 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,625 |
| Four Years From Now * | $17,124 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 3.0% a year over the last three years. If current trends continue, incoming first-year students would pay about $18,969 in their first year.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $20,424 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $19,440 in their second and final year.
Over a four-year stay, the projected room, board and living-cost total is about $78,758 for four years, or about $38,409 for two years on campus.
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) | 1,793 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |