How much money should I set aside to spend in college?

Question

I have a full scholarship, so tuition and room and board are paid for. I have a summer job and am wondering how much money I should set aside for going out on the weekends, parties, things like that. I dont have a car and I really wont have to travel.

Answer 1

If you have meals, and no transportation costs, no insurance costs, honestly, depending on your lifestyle, you could set aside between $50-$100 a week and you'd be fine. I only did $30 a week, when I went to school (90') and I had more than enough money for parties and 'extras'.