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| Key | Estimate Basis |
|---|---|
| Food | Restaurant + fast food frequency |
| Accommodation | Selected rent type |
| Utilities | Selected utility mix |
| Transport | Taxi km usage |
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Find scholarshipWhat Does Cost Include?
The estimate covers recurring student living expenses so you can compare cities on a consistent baseline. Tuition and one-time relocation costs are intentionally excluded.
| Included in estimate | Excluded from estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent, food, internet/basic utilities, mobile plan, gym and taxi usage. | Tuition fees, visa fee, health insurance, flights and security deposit. |
| Monthly lifestyle assumptions driven by calculator inputs. | Books, laptop, winter shopping, and other one-time setup costs. |
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