Starting university was particularly challenging as I had very little idea of what to expect. As the first in my family to go to university and without any older siblings to look up to, I didn’t have anyone to go to for advice. Starting university in 2020, unaware that the country was about to enter a second lockdown, I was unsure how to go about making friends under the challenging circumstances.  

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When preparing to go to university, it’s important to think about how you’re going to fund your time there. There are several different budgeting techniques that can help your money go further and enable you to prioritise your spending on the things that are most important to you.

How do I create a budget at university?

At university, creating a budget is a great way of helping you manage your money. The aim of a budget is to help you balance your income and your expenses, typically on a monthly basis.

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For international students in the US, it can be difficult to understand the complexities of the visa system after they graduate. To ensure that students follow the correct processes, Shorelight – a US-based international student marketplace – offers support and guidance from enrolment to long after graduation

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Students who hope to apply to study in the US, especially those transferring, must plan ahead to make sure the time they’ve already spent studying will count, explains Marshall Houserman, Senior director of enrolment management at Shorelight. Shorelight specialises in matching international applicants with global education opportunities.