Budgeting for University Costs

You need to know cost information to plan how to approach paying for university costs. You should budget your funds for each period of attendance.

Use the Worksheet Below to Help You!

  • You know that Tuition and Fees are Fixed Costs for one year.
  • Housing, Food, Books, travel, etc., are variables. You must decide how much to spend.
  • Calculate your costs versus your resources
    (including financial aid award).
  • In this way, you can balance your budget!
   FALL  SPRING  SUMMER
Tuition      
Fees      
Room      
Board      
Books & Supplies      
Travel      
Clothing      
Entertainment      
Miscellaneous      
Totals      

The Wilmington University Financial Aid Office encourages you to contact the office staff whenever you have questions. Please call the University Information Center (UIC) at (302) 356-4636.