// WELCOME
Welcome to RBC Better Student Life, where you’ll find lots of valuable information on student finances, including helpful tips and suggestions on funding your education, maximizing your income during the school year, and keeping more money in your pocket by stretching it farther.
// TOPICS
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// BORROWING MONEY
Need to borrow to get through school? Learn how to use credit wisely, so it works in your favour.
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// COVERING THE BASICS
Take charge of your finances! With a little financial foresight, you can pay for your essentials and still have money left over for yourself.
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- Pay essentials first
- Right-size your cell plan
- Don't give it away
- Get it right the first time
- Plan your cash flow
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// LIVING OFF CAMPUS
Moving out? How to make the most of your new independence and deal with any challenges that may arise.
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// MAKING MONEY
The best jobs put cash in your pocket – and work experience on your resume. Learn how to find them, or create your own.
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// PAYING FOR SCHOOL
Your education is a big investment. Tap into scholarships, grants and loans to make it possible.
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// SAVING MONEY
Put your money – and youth – to work for you: invest wisely and watch your savings grow. Now that’s smart thinking.
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// SPENDING MONEY
Enjoy all that student life has to offer, by knowing how and where to find the deals to help your dollar go further.
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// TRAVELLING
Out of town or off the continent, get some savings tips to help you with your travels.