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 Union Commonwealth University.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $3,542 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $4,719. All told, a typical student living on campus at Union Commonwealth University faced a yearly bill of about $17,961 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Union Commonwealth University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,361 | $12,361 |
| — Housing | $3,542 | |
| — Meals | $4,719 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $4,100 | $4,100 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Total | $17,961 | $17,961 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. Projecting the trend helps you plan for all four years instead of only the first.
Over the course of obtaining your degree, expect on-campus living costs near $74,664 by the time you graduate.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Union Commonwealth University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,585 |
| Two Years Ago | $12,361 |
| One Year Ago | $12,361 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $12,361 |
| One Year From Now * | $12,636 |
| Two Years From Now * | $12,919 |
| Three Years From Now * | $13,207 |
| Four Years From Now * | $13,502 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 2.2% annually. If current trends continue, incoming first-year students would pay about $18,236 for room, board and essentials in year one.
By their final year, a student might pay about $19,102 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $18,519 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $74,664 over four years — compared with roughly $36,755 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.
Meal plans differ by school; some use a card balance while this school offers plans based on meals per week. The table below shows the maximum number of meals per week available. 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) | 402 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |