Plan Your Finances at University with Confidence
Calculating Your Budget
Discover how to effectively manage your finances by entering your income and expenses. Your data remains private and secure, ensuring a worry-free experience.
Our budget calculator is designed to help you gain a clear understanding of your financial situation. By inputting your income and expenses, you can see a detailed breakdown of your budget. Rest assured, your data is completely anonymous and will not be stored unless you choose to register.
Use this tool to explore different financial scenarios and make informed decisions about your spending. Whether you’re planning for the short term or long term, our calculator provides the insights you need to stay on track.
Important Disclaimer
Please note that the information provided by this calculator is intended for general guidance only. It does not constitute regulated financial advice. Always consult with a financial advisor for personalized advice tailored to your specific situation.
How to use the Budget Calculator
Our budget calculator is designed to help you categorize and manage your finances effectively. Start by entering your income details to get a clear picture of your financial inflow. Next, list your fixed outgoings, such as rent or mortgage, utilities, and other essential expenses that remain constant. Finally, add your flexible expenditure, which includes variable costs like dining out, entertainment, and shopping. This structured approach will provide a comprehensive overview of your financial situation.
Each section allows you to input specific details, ensuring that you capture all aspects of your financial life. By organizing your finances into these categories, you can easily identify areas where you might need to adjust spending or allocate more resources. This process is crucial for maintaining a balanced budget and achieving your financial goals.
Once you’ve entered your data, our calculator will provide a detailed summary of your financial status. You’ll see your weekly-equivalent income, giving you a clear view of your earning power over time. Additionally, the summary will display your weekly-equivalent fixed outgoings, helping you understand the essential expenses you need to cover regularly.
Furthermore, the summary includes your weekly-equivalent flexible expenditure, allowing you to see how much you’re spending on non-essential items. Finally, the remaining weekly budget will be calculated, showing either a surplus or a shortfall. This information is color-coded for easy interpretation: teal for a surplus and amber for a shortfall. Use this summary to make informed financial decisions.
Our goal is to provide you with a clear and concise financial overview that empowers you to take control of your budget. By understanding these key metrics, you can make adjustments to improve your financial health and work towards your financial objectives.
Find out what you can really afford
Enter your income and regular spending below.
We’ll help you work out how much money you have left and what that means as a weekly or monthly budget.
You don’t need to know every figure exactly.
Start with your best estimates. You can come back and change them later.
Your income
Add any money you expect to receive, including:
- Student maintenance loan
- Grants
- Bursaries
- Scholarships
- Wages
- Family contributions
- Savings you intend to use
- Benefits
- Other income
Your accommodation
Include:
- Rent
- Halls fees
- Mortgage or housing contribution
- Deposits where relevant
Your bills
Include regular costs such as:
- Gas
- Electricity
- Water
- Internet
- Mobile phone
- Insurance
- TV or streaming
- Other subscriptions
Everyday living
Include:
- Food
- Toiletries
- Laundry
- Household items
- Clothing
- Medication
Travel
Include:
- Bus
- Train
- Fuel
- Parking
- Taxis
- Trips home
University and course costs
Include:
- Books
- Printing
- Stationery
- Equipment
- Software
- Field trips
- Professional memberships
Social and personal spending
Include:
- Nights out
- Eating out
- Takeaways
- Coffee
- Entertainment
- Gaming
- Hobbies
- Gym
- Clothes
Other spending
Add anything else that regularly costs you money.
