by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at Texas State University.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $7,315 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,570. Altogether, an on-campus student at Texas State University budgeted around $21,850 in 2026 in total yearly living costs beyond tuition.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Texas State University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,920 | $16,920 |
| — Housing | $7,315 | |
| — Meals | $4,570 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,170 | $3,960 |
| Books and Supplies | $760 | $760 |
| Total | $21,850 | $21,640 |
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.
The projected four-year total comes to about $97,965 in housing, food and other expenses.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at Texas State University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,380 |
| Two Years Ago | $15,070 |
| One Year Ago | $16,440 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $16,920 |
| One Year From Now * | $17,916 |
| Two Years From Now * | $18,971 |
| Three Years From Now * | $20,088 |
| Four Years From Now * | $21,270 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 5.9% a year over the last three years. Carrying that rate forward one year puts on-campus living costs near $22,846 for room, board and essentials in year one.
By their final year, a student might pay about $26,200 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $23,901 for the last year of an associate degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $97,965 for four years, or about $46,747 for two years on campus.
Room and board tends to rise year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Curious about campus housing? The table below summarizes the on-campus living details for this school.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 10,871 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |