Living  on  Your  Own  -­‐  Expense  Checklist  

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1. Estimate your living expenses per item. 2. Write $0 if the expense does not apply. 3. Total the expenses.

Rent (if living off campus): _______________

Water (if living off campus): _______________

Electric / Gas (if living off campus): _______________

Car Payment: _______________

Car Insurance: _______________

Phone: _______________

Internet: _______________

TV (including Netflix): _______________

TOTAL _______________

If you plan on living off-campus, you may not know what your rent or utilities will be. Go online and search for apartments for rent where you are interested in living to get an estimate. You can also contact the local electric and water company in the area for more information.

Remember, you’ll also need money for food, gas or transportation, clothing, and entertainment.