by our College Data Analytics TeamDo you know how much it will cost to live on campus? Check out how much extra living expenses are at University of Central Oklahoma.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $4,600 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $5,450. When you add it all up, a typical student living on campus at University of Central Oklahoma paid roughly $27,860 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 University of Central Oklahoma.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $18,100 | $23,200 |
| — Housing | $4,600 | |
| — Meals | $5,450 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $8,160 | $9,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Total | $27,860 | $34,700 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
Over four years you could pay about $119,906 in room, board and other essentials.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at University of Central Oklahoma.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $15,958 |
| Two Years Ago | $16,528 |
| One Year Ago | $17,046 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $18,100 |
| One Year From Now * | $18,909 |
| Two Years From Now * | $19,755 |
| Three Years From Now * | $20,639 |
| Four Years From Now * | $21,563 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 4.5% each year. Carrying that rate forward one year puts on-campus living costs near $28,669 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $31,323 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $29,515 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $119,906 for a four-year degree, versus about $58,184 for a two-year stay.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
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) | 1,850 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |