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 Tech University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $7,023 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,280. All in all, the average on-campus student at Texas Tech University faced a yearly bill of about $21,183 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Texas Tech University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,473 | $16,034 |
| — Housing | $7,023 | |
| — Meals | $4,280 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,510 | $4,510 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $21,183 | $21,744 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
The projected four-year total comes to about $87,376 in room, board and other essentials.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at Texas Tech University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,730 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,970 |
| One Year Ago | $14,970 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $15,473 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,733 |
| Two Years From Now * | $15,997 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,266 |
| Four Years From Now * | $16,540 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 1.7% each year. If current trends continue, incoming first-year students would pay about $21,443 in their first year.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $22,250 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $21,707 by the end of a two-year program.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $87,376 over four years — compared with roughly $43,150 over a two-year associate program.
Housing and dining costs creep up most years, so plan on paying somewhat more each year of your degree.
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) | 8,300 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |