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Information Pamphlets - Understanding Your Expenses

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When planning your post-secondary budget, it is essential to understand the kinds of expenses you will have during an academic year. Estimating the cost of a year at Algonquin College varies from student to student and depends on many variables suchas your program of study, your living arrangements, household expenses, transportation costs and your personal spending habits. The following chart will give you an idea of average college expenses:

Example of Average Annual College Expenses for Fall 2005*

 
Tuition and College Fees ......................................... $2500
Incidental Fees, Books and Supplies .......................... $1150
*Costs vary per program. Please check individual program brochures for details.

AVERAGE LIVING EXPENSES FOR EIGHT MONTHS
Accommodations (residence or apartment) .................. $5300
Utilities.................................................................. $400
Phone ................................................................... $350
Food .................................................................... $1800
Clothing ................................................................ $650
Transportation ....................................................... $800
Miscellaneous ........................................................ $300

TOTAL .................................................................
$13,550