How much should I budget for college living expenses?
Annual educational expenses, excluding tuition and room and board
Number of months in school year    
Educational
Books $  
Lab and other fees $  
Monthly expenses
Communications
Internet service or connections $  
Cable or satellite TV $  
Telephone including long distance $  
Cellular phone $  
Personal
Laundry $  
Food $  
Entertainment $  
Clothing $  
Personal items $  
Transportation
Gasoline $  
Vehicle payments $  
Vehicle insurance $  
Transportation or travel $  
Insurance
Health insurance $  
Other
Other expenses $  
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