Making Cents: Students, here’s how to get smart about your cash

Third level is an exciting time but also one that comes with new challenges, including for most people the need to manage a budget

Tempting though it may be to live large in the early weeks, there will be a price to be paid further on in the academic year.

This month sees thousands of young people enter third level for the first time and it looks like this year they will have the chance to experience something close to traditional student life. It’s an exciting time but also one that comes with new challenges, including for most people the need to manage a budget.

After fees and accommodation have been paid, students newly living away from home also have to manage their day-to-day spending to ensure their funds last until next May. Tempting though it may be to live large in the early weeks, there will be a price to be paid further on in the academic year.