How Much is the 2025 Typical Room Charge?
The 2025 average room charge for campus housing such as dormitory and college-owned apartment is $6,604 for U.S. colleges.
The following table summarizes typical room charge in United States by school type and level.
| Total | Public | Private (not-for-profit) | Private (for-profit) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $6,604 | $6,163 | $6,902 | $7,557 |
| 4 Years Colleges | $6,815 | $6,667 | $6,876 | $8,101 |
| Community Colleges | $4,759 | $4,419 | $8,594 | $4,302 |
| Trade Schools | $7,983 | $3,216 | - | $9,175 |