<p>Not sure where you're getting those figures but housing hasn't cost as little as $8000 in years. And the $18,000? Where did you see that? The general estimate for room and board for next year is $11,440 and that's obviously going to depend on which dorm you're assigned to and what mealplan you choose.</p>
<p>Total budget estimates are around $47,000 and I can tell you that you should probably expect to spend more. Spending money and personal costs, as well as books and supplies for some programs, can easily put you close to $50,000 a year.</p>