by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at University of Missouri-St Louis.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $7,782 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,996. All told, the average on-campus student at University of Missouri-St Louis budgeted around $28,252 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 University of Missouri-St Louis.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $20,690 | $22,384 |
| — Housing | $7,782 | |
| — Meals | $4,996 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $6,562 | $7,914 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $28,252 | $31,298 |
The price of living on campus is rarely the same in your senior year as it was your first. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $133,324 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 Missouri-St Louis.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $16,300 |
| Two Years Ago | $16,950 |
| One Year Ago | $19,666 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $20,690 |
| One Year From Now * | $22,547 |
| Two Years From Now * | $24,571 |
| Three Years From Now * | $26,777 |
| Four Years From Now * | $29,181 |
* estimated
On-campus room and board has trended up an average of 9.0% per year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $30,109 in housing, food and other costs their first year.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $36,743 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $32,133 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $133,324 over four years — compared with roughly $62,242 for a two-year (associate) degree.
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) | 421 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |