Watch: Financial Literacy Basics
Start here — this short video covers the fundamentals of finance and budgeting.
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A practical guide to taking control of your money during university.
University is exciting: new friends, new freedom, and for many students, the first time managing money on your own. But that freedom comes with real financial responsibility.
According to a 2023 survey by the Canadian University Survey Consortium, over 55% of undergraduate students report being concerned about their finances.
The good news? Budgeting is a learnable skill. This resource will walk you through the fundamentals and help you build a budget that works for your life as a student.
Start here — this short video covers the fundamentals of finance and budgeting.
Watch on YouTube ↗
Learn to categorize your income sources and understand the difference between essential and discretionary spending.
Module 2Use our interactive budget tracker to log expenses and see category breakdowns.
Module 3Identify the most common financial pitfalls that catch students off guard.
Module 4Discover a simple framework to split your income into needs, wants, and savings.
Module 5Put it all together: create a personalized monthly budget.
ResourcesAcademic sources, license information, and credits.