Money Matters

By planning ahead, almost anyone can afford to study abroad. Begin to plan your finances as early as possible. You want to be sure to have enough financial resources to take full advantage of living in a foreign country and the numerous travel possibilities that will be available to you. Your travel plans and lifestyle will largely influence the amount of money you will want to have accessible.

Money management while abroad is generally more challenging for a number of reasons. The two most common reasons are that there are more opportunities to spend and you are not yet accustomed to the local currency. Familiarize yourself with the exchange rate to better gauge the value of items. Prior to your departure, utilize the budget sheet available on your Student Gateway account to budget carefully. It is a good idea to budget for more than you think is necessary in case an emergency arises.

Money Matters Topics

Exchange rates and currency converters


 

Anyone with an interest to learn about another culture and language should really choose Chengdu!

 

Robyn Covey
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
USAC Student in Chengdu, China