Budgeting Spreadsheet & Cost of Living in Halifax
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Working with a Budget
Worried about getting through university on next to no income, or just keen to learn how to make your Student Loan stretch further? You're in the right place.
Budgeting might seem pretty boring and dull but there are so many benefits to tracking and controlling your spending.Ìý Your basic budget is as simple as listing all the money you've got coming in, tracking how much you spend, and seeing how they balance out.Ìý Use this helpful budgeting spreadsheet to support you on your journey!
Use ourÌýÌýto get a detailed estimate of your costs while studying at AV¾ãÀÖ²¿.
Cost of Living in Halifax
Whether you live on or off campus, it’s a good idea to work out a monthly budget.Ìý Below is a sample* of some common living/lifestyle expenses to give you an idea of the cost of living in Halifax. For more information about off-campus housing resources and information, visit our off-campus living page.
Consider living on campus
- You'reÌýclose to classes, friends, meeting places and athletic facilities
- There are plenty of people nearby to help you adjust to university, andÌýsucceedÌýin school
- YourÌýmeals are preparedÌýfor you
- Internet, cable and local phone are included -Ìýno monthly billsÌýto worry about
- Some of your neighbours will becomeÌýlifelong friends
- For more information, visit theÌýResidence & HousingÌýwebsite