It is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at University of Virginia’s College at Wise.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $7,199 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $5,617. Taken together, a typical on-campus student at University of Virginia’s College at Wise faced a yearly bill of about $19,356 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at University of Virginia’s College at Wise.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,226 | $13,970 |
| — Housing | $7,199 | |
| — Meals | $5,617 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,530 | $3,120 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Total | $19,356 | $18,690 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $81,986 for living costs.
Here is how combined on-campus room and board has moved over the last few reported years, with a projection of where it is headed, at University of Virginia’s College at Wise.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,003 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,329 |
| One Year Ago | $15,065 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $15,226 |
| One Year From Now * | $15,669 |
| Two Years From Now * | $16,125 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,594 |
| Four Years From Now * | $17,078 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 2.9% a year over the last three years. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $19,799 for their first year on campus.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $21,208 in year four — and a two-year student about $20,255 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $81,986 for a bachelor’s, while two years would run about $40,054 for two years on campus.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
Not all meal plans work the same way. This school structures its plans by meals per week, and the table below lists the largest plan offered. For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 601 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 12 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |