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 Wayne State College.
On this page you will find:
This school offers students separate housing and dining options. The on-campus housing charge for an average student was $4,730 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $4,930. All told, a student living on campus at Wayne State College budgeted around $19,166 in 2026 for room, board, books and other living costs combined.
The table below shows the expected costs of on-campus and off-campus housing and dining plans for Wayne State College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $13,940 | $13,940 |
| — Housing | $4,730 | |
| — Meals | $4,930 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,690 | $3,690 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,536 | $1,536 |
| Total | $19,166 | $19,166 |
Housing and dining costs rarely hold still from one year to the next. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
Over four years you could pay about $85,075 for living costs.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Wayne State College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $11,904 |
| Two Years Ago | $12,310 |
| One Year Ago | $13,314 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $13,940 |
| One Year From Now * | $14,734 |
| Two Years From Now * | $15,574 |
| Three Years From Now * | $16,462 |
| Four Years From Now * | $17,401 |
* estimated
Most recently, on-campus costs increased an average of 5.7% each year. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $19,960 for their first year on campus.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $22,627 for a four-year (bachelor’s) degree, and about $20,800 by the end of a two-year program.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $85,075 over four years — compared with roughly $40,760 for a two-year stay.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
Schools may offer meal plans where the number of meals per week can vary. This school offers meal plans based on the number of meals per week. See the table below to find out the number of meals per week in the maximum meal plan offered. Review the table below for the on-campus housing details this school reports.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 1,533 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 99 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |