There are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend University of Portland.
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Housing and meal plans are priced out separately here. The standard student paid $10,800 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $6,500. All in all, the average on-campus student at University of Portland paid roughly $22,618 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 Portland.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $19,208 | $17,630 |
| — Housing | $10,800 | |
| — Meals | $6,500 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,390 | $2,390 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,020 | $1,020 |
| Total | $22,618 | $21,040 |
The price of living on campus is rarely the same in your senior year as it was your first. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
Over the course of obtaining your degree, expect on-campus living costs near $98,868 in housing, food and other expenses.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at University of Portland.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $17,062 |
| Two Years Ago | $18,040 |
| One Year Ago | $18,990 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $19,208 |
| One Year From Now * | $20,013 |
| Two Years From Now * | $20,852 |
| Three Years From Now * | $21,726 |
| Four Years From Now * | $22,637 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 4.2% annually. If that pace holds, room and board would land around $23,423 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $26,047 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $24,262 for the last year of an associate degree.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $98,868 over four years — compared with roughly $47,685 over a two-year associate program.
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) | 2,147 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |