by our College Data Analytics TeamUnderstanding all of the expenses related to attending college can allow you to make the best decision at Valdosta State University.
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This school offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing charge for an average student was $5,010 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,520. All told, a typical on-campus student at Valdosta State University budgeted around $23,340 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Valdosta State University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $15,894 | $17,722 |
| — Housing | $5,010 | |
| — Meals | $4,520 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $6,246 | $5,936 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $23,340 | $24,858 |
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.
Over four years you could pay about $100,800 in housing, food and other expenses.
Here is how combined on-campus room and board has moved over the last few reported years, with a projection of where it is headed, at Valdosta State University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,012 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,624 |
| One Year Ago | $15,168 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $15,894 |
| One Year From Now * | $16,605 |
| Two Years From Now * | $17,349 |
| Three Years From Now * | $18,125 |
| Four Years From Now * | $18,937 |
* 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 $24,051 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $26,383 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $24,795 in their second and final year.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $100,800 for four years, or about $48,846 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.
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) | 2,112 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |