Set aside $150 for rent/transport/required bills
Set aside $100 for groceries
Set aside $50 for school supplies and printing
Set aside $50 for emergency savings
Set aside $50 for personal spending
Set aside $50 for eating out or coffee
Set aside $25 for phone/data
Set aside $25 for miscellaneous costs
Buy cheap staples like rice, pasta, oats, eggs, beans, and frozen vegetables
Plan all meals before shopping
Cook at home and pack lunch
Avoid delivery apps and impulse purchases
Use student discounts whenever possible
Track every expense daily
Keep one small cash amount for daily spending
Reuse leftovers for another meal
Shop with a list and stick to it