by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at Western Texas College.
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This school charges students for housing and dining together as a bundle. The cost of living on campus for a typical student was about $5,785 in 2026. All in all, a typical on-campus student at Western Texas College can expect to spend about $14,201 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 Western Texas College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $9,254 | $10,238 |
| — Housing | $5,786 | |
| — Meals | $3,468 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $3,355 | $3,930 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,592 | $1,592 |
| Total | $14,201 | $15,760 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
The projected four-year total comes to about $58,300 by the time you graduate.
See how housing and dining costs have changed over recent years and where they are trending at Western Texas College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,832 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,832 |
| One Year Ago | $9,140 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $9,254 |
| One Year From Now * | $9,401 |
| Two Years From Now * | $9,551 |
| Three Years From Now * | $9,703 |
| Four Years From Now * | $9,857 |
* estimated
Room and board changed an average of 1.6% a year over the last three years. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $14,348 for room, board and essentials in year one.
Projected forward, the last year of a four-year degree runs about $14,804 for a bachelor’s program; a two-year student would see about $14,498 in the final year of a two-year (associate) degree.
Over the entire degree (assuming you graduate on time), the total comes to about $58,300 for a bachelor’s, while two years would run about $28,846 for a two-year stay.
Most schools raise housing and dining costs gradually each year, so today’s figure is unlikely to be what you pay all four years.
Meal plan structures vary widely. At this school, the maximum meal plan covers a fixed number of meals per week, shown in the table below. Curious about campus housing? The table below summarizes the on-campus living details for this school.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 350 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |