Manage Your Cost of Living as an International Student
Find affordable rooms, cheap supermarkets, secondhand shops, and budgeting tools all in one place.
Training & Resources
Learn from experienced international students
Study Spaces
Find affordable places to study and work
Everything You Need to Thrive
Smart tools for international student life
Smart Room Sharing
Find compatible roommates and affordable housing near your campus with verified listings.
- • Filter by price, location, and preferences
- • Verified student profiles
- • Safe booking process
Budget Supermarkets
Discover the cheapest grocery stores in your area with real-time prices and student discounts.
- • Price comparison across stores
- • Student discount alerts
- • Weekly deals and coupons
Secondhand Marketplace
Buy and sell furniture, electronics, and textbooks with other students at unbeatable prices.
- • Campus-based listings
- • Safe meetup spots
- • Quality-checked items
Find Affordable Rooms & Roommates
Connect with compatible roommates and discover budget-friendly shared accommodations near your campus
Private Room near Campus
$450📍 0.8km from University Center
Furnished room with desk, wardrobe, and shared kitchen/bathroom
Shared 2BR Apartment
$350📍 1.2km from Business School
Shared bedroom in 2BR apartment, modern kitchen, in-unit laundry
Studio Apartment
$600📍 0.5km from Engineering Building
Independent studio with kitchenette, private bathroom, all utilities included
Tips for Finding the Perfect Roommate
- Discuss lifestyle habits and expectations upfront
- Set clear agreements on bills and shared expenses
- Meet in person before making commitments
- Check the neighborhood safety and amenities
- Read lease agreements carefully before signing
- Use our secure messaging system for initial contact
Locate Cheap Supermarkets
Find the most affordable grocery stores near you with student reviews and ratings
BudgetMart Express
📍 123 University Ave, Student District
🕒 Mon-Sun: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
💰 $ (Most Affordable)
GreenLeaf Organic
📍 456 Health Street, Organic District
🕒 Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
💰 $ (Moderate, Organic Focus)
GREAT Supermarket
📍 Pacific Place, Admiralty, Basement Level
🕒 Mon-Sun: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
💰 $$ (Premium, Wide Selection)
Browse Secondhand Shops
Find quality used items at student-friendly prices - furniture, electronics, clothes & more
Student Thrift Haven
📍 789 Student Street, University District
🕒 Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sun: 12:00 - 5:00 PM
📦 Furniture, Electronics, Clothes, Books
💰 $-$ (Student Discount Available)
Vintage Treasures
📍 321 Antique Row, Historic District
🕒 Tue-Sat: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sun-Mon: Closed
📦 Vintage Furniture, Decor, Collectibles
💰 $-$$ (Unique Finds)
Cologne Thrift Exchange
📍 555 Market Street, Downtown
🕒 Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📦 Everything! Multi-floor thrift store
💰 $ (Bargain Prices)
Budget Calculator
Track your income and expenses to maximize your student budget and savings potential
Monthly Income
Monthly Expenses
Financial Summary
Budget Breakdown
Currency Converter
Track Everything
Monitor all income sources and expenses in one place
Plan Ahead
Set realistic budgets and savings goals for each month
Save Money
Identify areas to cut costs and maximize your student budget
Join the Community
Connect with fellow students, share experiences, and get advice from those who've been there
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