by our College Data Analytics TeamRoom, board, and other expenses can add up to a significant amount. How much does this school charge for these necessities at Oberlin College.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $9,830 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $9,680. All in all, the average on-campus student at Oberlin College paid roughly $25,234 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 Oberlin College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $21,418 | $14,178 |
| — Housing | $9,830 | |
| — Meals | $9,680 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,908 | $1,908 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,908 | $1,908 |
| Total | $25,234 | $17,994 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $108,823 by the time you graduate.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Oberlin College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $19,354 |
| Two Years Ago | $20,298 |
| One Year Ago | $20,850 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $21,418 |
| One Year From Now * | $22,179 |
| Two Years From Now * | $22,967 |
| Three Years From Now * | $23,784 |
| Four Years From Now * | $24,629 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 3.6% annually. Carrying that rate forward one year puts on-campus living costs near $25,995 for room, board and essentials in year one.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $28,445 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $26,783 in their second and final year.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $108,823 for four years, or about $52,778 over a two-year associate program.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
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) | 2,800 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |