• It is difficult to get used to managing your own money but it is even more difficult when you are in a new country with a different culture, currency, and lifestyle. For some students, this may even be the first time that they will work for their own income (since in some countries kids younger than 18 are not allowed to work).

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• Overall, the quality of living in the United States is very high internationally compared.

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• The student should avoid adopting expensive habits such as getting coffee every day or eating out for every meal. These purchases, that at the moment may not look as big, add up quickly.

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• Every college has staff helping with students' finances. Sometimes, there is even staff that works especially with international students' finances.

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• There different ways to administer your money wisely, here it is one basic strategy that may help to start new efficient habits.