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 Sonoma State University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $9,040 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $6,661. Taken together, the average on-campus student at Sonoma State University can expect to spend about $22,750 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 Sonoma State University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $19,402 | $26,182 |
| — Housing | $9,040 | |
| — Meals | $6,661 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,492 | $4,890 |
| Books and Supplies | $856 | $856 |
| Total | $22,750 | $31,928 |
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.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $97,470 in housing, food and other expenses.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Sonoma State University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $17,688 |
| Two Years Ago | $18,248 |
| One Year Ago | $18,262 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $19,402 |
| One Year From Now * | $20,028 |
| Two Years From Now * | $20,675 |
| Three Years From Now * | $21,343 |
| Four Years From Now * | $22,032 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 3.2% each year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $23,376 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $25,380 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $24,023 by the end of a two-year program.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $97,470 for a four-year degree, versus about $47,399 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Room and board tends to rise year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 3,185 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |