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I'm trying to get my finances in order and am wondering how much will be sufficient.
I know for those schools that offer stafford loans, the loan limit is only ~20K USD for students studying at a medical school outside the US. I also know that international students will usually need private loans to cover the difference between the cost of attendance and the stafford loan. But I'm guessing you guys in Australia didn't rely solely on loans, right? You saved up at least a little money to cover initial expenses, right?
I'm not talking money for the plane ticket, but ready cash for the first few months for rental/utility deposts, books, etc.
How much is enough for me to avoid always being worried about money and having to eat beans & rice 2 of every 3 meals.
all comments welcome.
I know for those schools that offer stafford loans, the loan limit is only ~20K USD for students studying at a medical school outside the US. I also know that international students will usually need private loans to cover the difference between the cost of attendance and the stafford loan. But I'm guessing you guys in Australia didn't rely solely on loans, right? You saved up at least a little money to cover initial expenses, right?
I'm not talking money for the plane ticket, but ready cash for the first few months for rental/utility deposts, books, etc.
How much is enough for me to avoid always being worried about money and having to eat beans & rice 2 of every 3 meals.
all comments welcome.