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 Maryland-College Park.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $9,562 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $6,777. All in all, a typical student living on campus at University of Maryland-College Park faced a yearly bill of about $22,636 in 2026 after factoring in housing, meals, books and other essentials.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for University of Maryland-College Park.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $18,672 | $20,630 |
| — Housing | $9,562 | |
| — Meals | $6,777 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,714 | $4,258 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Total | $22,636 | $26,138 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
The projected four-year total comes to about $102,197 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 University of Maryland-College Park.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $15,870 |
| Two Years Ago | $17,154 |
| One Year Ago | $18,130 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $18,672 |
| One Year From Now * | $19,770 |
| Two Years From Now * | $20,934 |
| Three Years From Now * | $22,166 |
| Four Years From Now * | $23,471 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 5.9% each year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $23,734 for their first year on campus.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $27,435 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $24,898 in their second and final year.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $102,197 for four years, or about $48,632 for a two-year (associate) degree.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 12,690 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |