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 St. Thomas University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $7,830 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $5,600. When you add it all up, an on-campus student at St. Thomas University paid roughly $23,705 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 St. Thomas University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $18,226 | $24,635 |
| — Housing | $7,830 | |
| — Meals | $5,600 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,119 | $6,934 |
| Books and Supplies | $360 | $360 |
| Total | $23,705 | $31,929 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. Projecting the trend helps you plan for all four years instead of only the first.
The projected four-year total comes to about $98,726 for living costs.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at St. Thomas University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $17,146 |
| Two Years Ago | $17,546 |
| One Year Ago | $17,597 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $18,226 |
| One Year From Now * | $18,608 |
| Two Years From Now * | $18,999 |
| Three Years From Now * | $19,398 |
| Four Years From Now * | $19,805 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 2.1% annually. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $24,087 for their first year on campus.
By their final year, a student might pay about $25,284 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $24,478 for the last year of an associate degree.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $98,726 for four years, or about $48,565 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 888 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |