Hi all, I've been thinking about colleges and dorm life recently and was wondering, what's the most expensive university dorm you've heard of in the US? I want some numbers to get an idea of the higher end of room and board costs. Any insight?
Sure, I can give you some examples of schools with notably high room and board costs. Please bear in mind that these are just a few examples and costs can vary depending on factors like the specific type of housing, meal plan, location of the college, etc.
The average range for room and board in the United States falls somewhere around $8,000 to $13,000 annually. But on the extreme higher end, some universities may charge upwards of $15,000 to $20,000 per year.
For instance, the University of California, Berkeley estimates that its room and board costs can reach up to $18,984 for the 2024-2025 academic year if choosing the double room option with the largest meal plan.
Similarly, Fordham University in New York City estimates its room and board fees for double occupancy and a standard meal plan at $19,000 per year.
On the West Coast, at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, the room and board cost can range from $15,400 to $17,800, with further variability depending on the exact dorm and meal plan selected.
Again, this gives you a snapshot of the higher end of costs, but remember these aren't representative of all colleges or even the entire student body at these institutions. Always use resources like the university's net price calculator to get a more accurate estimation of your potential costs.
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