by our College Data Analytics TeamThere are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend Western Connecticut State University.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $8,932 in 2026, with the price of an average meal plan at $6,682. Altogether, the average on-campus student at Western Connecticut State University budgeted around $19,655 in 2026 once room, board, books and other living expenses are included.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Western Connecticut State University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $17,097 | $17,514 |
| — Housing | $8,932 | |
| — Meals | $6,682 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,358 | $8,232 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total | $19,655 | $26,946 |
Like tuition, room and board usually rises a little each year. Estimating the trend now makes for a more accurate four-year budget.
The projected four-year total comes to about $82,120 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 Western Connecticut State University.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $16,126 |
| Two Years Ago | $16,818 |
| One Year Ago | $16,489 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $17,097 |
| One Year From Now * | $17,440 |
| Two Years From Now * | $17,790 |
| Three Years From Now * | $18,147 |
| Four Years From Now * | $18,511 |
* estimated
Room and board changed an average of 2.0% per year. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $19,998 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $21,069 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $20,348 for the last year of an associate degree.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $82,120 for a four-year degree, versus about $40,346 over a two-year associate program.
Annual increases in room and board are the norm, so build a yearly increase into your four-year budget.
The table below outlines what this school reports about on-campus housing.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 1,153 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |