BUDGET-PLANNING WORKSHEET

Use this worksheet to create a budget for your first year at UBC. Our online cost calculator
can help you estimate your educational and living costs. you.ubc.ca/cost

September October November December January February March April

Educational costs
Tuition
Student fees
Books and supplies (excluding laptop)

Living costs
Rent or on-campus housing
Utilities (cable, internet, hydro)
Technology (cell phone, laptop)
Meal plan
Groceries (including household supplies)
Health insurance
Transportation (gas, car insurance, parking,
maintenance)
Personal (clothing, haircuts, toiletries) and
entertainment (hobbies, exercise, recreation)
Move-in costs (bedding, basic furnishings)
TOTAL EDUCATIONAL AND LIVING COSTS

Financial support and resources

Savings at the start of term
Scholarships, awards, and bursaries
Expected earnings during study period (from a job)
Support from family, friends, or guardians
Loans and sponsorship funding
Other resources
TOTAL FINANCIAL SUPPORT AND RESOURCES

GRAND TOTAL
Total educational and living costs minus
total financial support and resources