Cost of Living On-Campus
Residence Hall rates include utilities, laundry access, parking, internet and may cover other costs such as food, movies, local outings, speakers, and other student activities
Cost of Living on Campus
Residence Hall rates include utilities, laundry access, parking, internet, and access to campus activities and services.
Housing costs and rates
Read the following carefully:
This is a legally binding contract for the entire academic year.
There is no “fall only” contract option. This contract is for a full academic year or a spring semester-only contract.
NOTE: A student checking out of or evicted from the halls prior to the end of the contract period is financially obligated for the entire contract amount, including room and meal plan charges.
Need help paying for housing? Visit How to Pay for College.
Typical Residential Cost per Year
| Item | 2026-2027 |
|---|---|
| Non-refundable application fee | $200 |
| Double room | $5,620 |
| 14 meal plan | $6,668 |
| Total | $12,488 |
Residence Hall Room Rates (per semester)
| Room Type | Fall 2026 | Spring 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Double | $2,810 | $2,810 |
Residence Hall Meal Plan Rates (per semester)
Meal plans are required for all hall residents during the Fall and Spring semesters.
| Meal Plan | Fall 2026 | Spring 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 14 meals per week + $100 | $3,334 | $3,334 |
| 19 meals per week + $75 | $3,772 | $3,772 |
| 21 meals per week + $135 | $4,217 | $4,217 |
Meal plans operate on a weekly declining balance and do not roll over for unused meals.
Use your YC ID card to pay for meals. Meals can only be spent on food that is made on the premises. Meals are counted from Friday through Thursday. If you run out of meals before Thursday, you will get a new set of meals to use beginning on Friday morning. Meal plans are not transferable and may not be used for purchases by anyone other than the cardholder.
View and sign up for Commuter Meal Plans for non-residence hall students only.