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How much will I spend during 4 years college?
How much money will I need for 4 years college for camping, books, food, and tuition fee? #money #college
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Angela’s Answer
Hello! There's a lot of things that impact how much you spend during your time in college. If you are commuting, that will make an impact (gas, parking). If you are paying to live in an apartment versus on campus, that makes a big difference. I did my best in college by making a budget that I'd use on a weekly basis. The most difficult thing to deal with was handling my "fun money" (going out, shopping, etc.). It takes a lot of discipline to stick to a budget at any point in life but if you commit to it in college, you'll make good habits for your future. Lastly, getting a part-time job was great for me. It kept me more fiscally responsible because I was making that money myself! I hope this helps!
Thank you for the advice, Angela.
weilin
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Joanna’s Answer
Hi there! This truly depends on the college you attend, your housing situation, if they're a private or public school, and if you're from in-state or out-of-state. Private colleges tend to be more expensive than public schools, but from I have seen, public schools tend to have higher tuition for those out-of-state while most private schools have the same tuition for in-state versus out-of-state. If you dorm of course or get an apartment, that would bring your costs up by a lot since you also have to consider meal plans and/or food/utilities.
Community college is much cheaper than a 4-year school though. I have heard a lot of people save when going to a community college first then transferring to a four-year. However, take advantage of scholarships and financial aid if you qualify for it!
But TLDR, you could expect to pay anywhere from the 100s to the 100k+ for college :')
Community college is much cheaper than a 4-year school though. I have heard a lot of people save when going to a community college first then transferring to a four-year. However, take advantage of scholarships and financial aid if you qualify for it!
But TLDR, you could expect to pay anywhere from the 100s to the 100k+ for college :')
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Vernie’s Answer
This is a very vague question - where will you go to college? (which area, city, state), will you be living on campus or off campus?
There are definitely a lot of factors to consider in order to come to an exact number, or at least like an estimate. I would consider rent, food/going out with friends, transportation (if any), books and additional stuff that you may buy for your classes.
I would definitely recommend getting a job while in college, if you have the time. This will help you learn how to budget money and time better.
Goodluck!
There are definitely a lot of factors to consider in order to come to an exact number, or at least like an estimate. I would consider rent, food/going out with friends, transportation (if any), books and additional stuff that you may buy for your classes.
I would definitely recommend getting a job while in college, if you have the time. This will help you learn how to budget money and time better.
Goodluck!
Thank you for sharing your perspective.
weilin