College Expense Worksheet:

Accurately budgeting for college living expenses can be a difficult task for families. Completing this worksheet will make you aware of the “hidden” expenses that you may not have considered and help families create a budget appropriate for the student’s needs. This worksheet will help you itemize your expenses and prioritize as necessary. Totals are calculated automatically ( fields).

Enter the number of months in your academic year:

Educational Expenses (per semister basis):

Monthly Expenses (by category):

Results:

Keeping costs down while in college is extremely important. Credit cards should only be used in emergency situations to avoid getting into a tough financial situation, which can negatively impact your credit and credit score. Besides cutting costs, consider a part-time job while in-school and during breaks.

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