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Financial planning and support

Build a student budget, explore money-saving tips, find work opportunities, and access financial support while studying at 海角社区app.

Get the tools and support to manage your money

Managing your money during university can feel overwhelming鈥攂ut you聽don鈥檛聽have to figure it out on your own. With the right tools and a clear plan, you can build strong financial habits that support you now and after graduation.

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Build your budget

Use our聽interactive聽budget calculator tool.

鲍蝉别听补听 to keep track of your costs while studying at 海角社区app.

1. Understand your spending

Some expenses are essential -聽like food and rent -聽while others are flexible, like eating out or entertainment.聽A good budget finds a balance. It should give you聽structure聽without feeling too restrictive or unrealistic.

2. Track your income

Start by listing all the money you expect to receive, including:

  • Student loans
  • Scholarships and bursaries
  • Savings
  • Support from family or others
  • Income from part-time work

If聽you鈥檙e聽unsure, estimate as best you can.

3. Plan and track your expenses

Next, list your expenses for the year. Include:

  • School costs:聽Tuition, books, and course fees
  • One-time costs:聽Moving, deposits, travel, and personal expenses
  • Monthly living costs:聽Rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, and personal spending

4. Adjust your plan

If your expenses are higher than your income, look for ways to reduce flexible spending.聽Small changes聽can make聽a big difference聽over time.

5. Use budgeting tools

Budgeting tools can help you manage your money, track spending, and adjust your plan throughout the year.

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Save and manage your money

Sticking to your student budget

Learn how to follow your budget with ease, using the right mindset and tools, to ensure your money lasts the year.

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Financial tips for first-year students

Starting university? Get simple, helpful advice to manage your money, avoid common mistakes, and feel more confident about your finances.

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Money tips for international students

Adjusting to a new country can be challenging. Find budgeting tips and financial advice tailored to international students studying in Canada.

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Find work opportunities

Working while you study can help you earn money, gain experience, and build skills for your future career.

On-campus jobs

Working on campus can make it easier to balance your schedule. Many campus employers understand student priorities and offer flexible hours.

Off-campus jobs

You can also explore roles in the local community. Popular job search sites include聽听补苍诲听.

Working in Canada as an international student

Learn about eligibility, work limits, and requirements for working in Canada while studying at 海角社区app.

Learn about working in Canada

Help with your job search

Whether聽you鈥檙e聽looking for summer work or a part-time role during the school year, these resources can help you get started.

Finding a summer job

Explore practical tips to help you plan your search, stand out to employers, and secure meaningful work during the summer break.

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4 ways to find a part-time job

Looking for work during the academic year? Learn simple strategies to find opportunities, apply with confidence, and balance work with your studies.

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Career support

Find the support you need to build your resume, prepare for interviews, search for jobs, and plan your next steps while studying at Dal.

Get career support at Dal
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Explore student funding

Find financial support to help you pay for university, including options for planned costs and unexpected expenses.

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Contact Awards and Financial Aid

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Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm聽

General enquiries:聽补飞补谤诲蝉蔼诲补濒.肠补听
U.S. student loans:聽us.studentloans@dal.ca

Mailing address

Room 130, Henry Hicks Building聽
6283 Alumni Crescent聽
PO Box 15000聽
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2聽