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22nd Jan 2018

Here’s How Much Money The Average Irish College Student Spends Per Month

Sarah

More than one third of college students in Ireland are experiencing “severe financial problems”, according to a new survey on the living conditions of students by Eurostudent.

Roughly 36% of higher-level education students say they are seriously struggling with finances, with older students faring the worst. 

The average monthly income (of which 42% is contributed by either a parent or partner) for all third-level students is €754 despite the average student spending €832 a month. 

Not surprisingly, accommodation takes up a large chunk of this expenditure with an average of €365 per month going toward rent. 

Post-grad and full-time students are now more likely to have financial support from their parents than they were five years ago and are less likely to have part time jobs.

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