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Two thirds of students confess to thinking they won’t be able to afford university if the cost of living continues to rise

If you’re starting University this year, chances are you’ll be taking control of your finances for the first time. It’s easy to make mistakes, and if you’re not careful you could find yourself struggling to make ends meet.

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Two thirds of students confess to thinking they won’t be able to afford university if the cost of living continues to rise. For the same reason, a third think that soon the costs of going to university could outweigh the benefits of going at all, according to a new survey by Lloyds TSB Student Banking.

At the same time, one in five students admit they haven’t had any help or guidance when it comes to setting a budget for university; which is where Mr Hall comes in. Best known as the presenter of Your Money or Your Life on TV, Alvin understands the financial pressures faced by students and as such he’s tailored simple, realistic advice especially to suit your needs – and your social life.

From keeping a weekly record of incomings and outgoings to finding out about the benefits banks offer to students, by following Alvin’s advice you can spend less time worrying and more time on your studies and having fun while you’re at university.

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Alvin Hall
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Kira

as an international student that'll be attending Uni in Scotland for 4 years, and I was wondering if there is a way to obtain financial aid of any way, such as student loans?

added 16 / 08 / 08 05:32