Eastern students living on campus starting in the fall will pay up to 6.25 percent more for room and board rates.

The Board of Trustees approved increases across the board for on-campus residents.

Students living in residence halls and Greek Court will pay between $224 and $253 more a semester, depending on meal plans.

A university press release said the rate increases were a result of major renovation projects, including sprinkler systems and bathroom upgrades.

Rates will range from $3,808 for the seven plus meal option to $4,292 for the 15 plus meal option.

“Before proposing any increase, we take a careful look at our needs, including fixed costs such as utilities, as well as employee wages and food costs,” Dan Nadler, vice president for student affairs, said in the release. “We also consider the best ways with which to maximize our resources.”

Residents of University Apartments will pay an additional $11 and $13 each month. Rent will range between $409 and $460.

A 3 percent increase on University Court apartments will bring rates to between $2,331 and $3,116 per semester. Water will also now be included in that cost.

University Court rates were last increased for the 2008-09 school year.

About 40 percent of Eastern’s students live on campus.

Sarah Ruholl can be reached at 581-7942 or at [email protected].