by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Nelson University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $4,630 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $5,836. When you add it all up, a student living on campus at Nelson University budgeted around $23,542 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 Nelson University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,914 | $20,366 |
| — Housing | $4,630 | |
| — Meals | $5,836 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $6,194 | $5,148 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,434 | $1,434 |
| Total | $23,542 | $26,948 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
Carried across a typical four-year degree, room, board and other living costs add up to about $103,913 by the time you graduate.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Nelson University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,562 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,108 |
| One Year Ago | $15,244 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $15,914 |
| One Year From Now * | $16,833 |
| Two Years From Now * | $17,807 |
| Three Years From Now * | $18,836 |
| Four Years From Now * | $19,925 |
* estimated
Year over year, room and board rose an average of 5.8% per year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $24,461 for their first year on campus.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $27,553 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $25,435 for the last year of an associate degree.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $103,913 for four years, or about $49,896 for two years on campus.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
Review the table below for the on-campus housing details this school reports.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 848 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |