- On-campus housing: $10,000-$15,000 per year
- Off-campus housing: $5,000-$10,000 per year
Food
Food costs can also vary depending on your eating habits. Eating out is more expensive than cooking at home. Groceries can be purchased at supermarkets, farmers’ markets, or convenience stores.
- Groceries: $200-$300 per month
- Eating out: $500-$1,000 per month
Transportation
Transportation costs can vary depending on the size of the city you live in and the availability of public transportation. Public transportation is often cheaper than owning a car.
- Public transportation: $100-$200 per month
- Owning a car: $500-$1,000 per month
Entertainment
Entertainment costs can vary depending on your interests. There are many free or low-cost entertainment options available, such as attending campus events or going to the library.