Written by Anita
22 Feb 2017
Here are my 5 tips to live cheap in Sweden. Being a student isn’t the cheapest profession on the planet. Especially not in Sweden. However, we still have to eat, live in accommodation, watch a movie and attend the occasional party and afterwork. That being said, I thought I would share some insider information for how to navigate expenses.
As a student at the University of Gothenburg I have had to learn tips and tricks of how to live cheap and keep on budget.
Top 5 tips to live cheap in Sweden
For a rough student budget here’s a post by ABC on the Cost of Living in Sweden in 2017. (Mostly Stockholm and Uppsala).
If you’re coming to Sweden, NB: the biggest expense for students is accommodation. It ranges from SEK 2500 – SEK 6000 and depends on the size of your room, if its shared and if you have your own bathroom, kitchen etc.
So, after paying accommodation these 5 tips should help you survive on a budget in Sweden!
Useful links:
- Signing up to experiments at Gothenburg University: GU Handels experiments
- Student discounts: Mecenat
- Tips on how to navigate 2nd hand shopping: Second hand shopping guide in Sweden
- For ideas on what to cook for the week: Meal prep ideas
NB: At the time of posting this blog the information was up to date. I will also seek to update it with new information from time to time.
Keep it tuned for more tips for students living in Sweden.
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From Sweden with Love!
