Build your monthly worksheet
| Item | Amount to enter | Check |
|---|---|---|
| Rent | Your residence quotation | Room type and contract period |
| Utilities | Included amount or separate estimate | Electricity, water, and internet |
| Food | Your daily estimate multiplied by days | Meals that the residence supplies |
| Transport | Your weekly route cost | Campus distance and class schedule |
| Personal expenses | Your own allowance | Phone, laundry, and essential supplies |
Monthly total equals rent plus utilities, food, transport, and personal expenses. Initial cash adds the deposit and other payments due before occupation. Keep tuition in a separate calculation.
Test the budget
- Obtain a quotation for the exact room.
- Confirm the contract dates.
- Identify each excluded utility.
- Add the transport route to campus.
- Calculate the total for your expected stay.
Do not treat a refundable deposit as a monthly expense. Keep it in the initial cash requirement until the contract confirms its refund conditions.