by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend University of Dubuque.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $5,990 in 2026, and a standard meal plan cost $6,160. All told, a student living on campus at University of Dubuque spent approximately $16,500 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
Discover housing costs for both on-campus and off-campus, as well as meals and other expenses at University of Dubuque.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $13,850 | $16,115 |
| — Housing | $5,990 | |
| — Meals | $6,160 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,700 | $3,950 |
| Books and Supplies | $950 | $950 |
| Total | $16,500 | $21,015 |
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.
The projected four-year total comes to about $77,817 for living costs.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at University of Dubuque.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,200 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,924 |
| One Year Ago | $13,170 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $13,850 |
| One Year From Now * | $14,942 |
| Two Years From Now * | $16,120 |
| Three Years From Now * | $17,392 |
| Four Years From Now * | $18,763 |
* estimated
Over the reported period, on-campus housing and dining changed about 7.9% a year over the last three years. If current trends continue, incoming first-year students would pay about $17,592 for room, board and essentials in year one.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $21,413 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $18,770 for the last year of an associate degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $77,817 for four years, or about $36,362 for a two-year stay.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 915 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |