Our office has developed a few tools to help you manage your money and stay on budget.
Back to School Checklist
Whether you’re a new or returning students, we find that lists are one of the best ways to stay organized. The list below helps you with both academic and financials steps to be ready to tackle the new academic year!
- Apply for government financial aid (e.g. OSAP, AFEQ)
- Check your Academic Decision
- Enroll in courses
- Map out transportation route (e.g. Free Glendon/Keele Shuttle, TTC, Parking)
- Put deadlines into your planner (e.g. Refund Tables, Important Dates, your course assignments)
- Create a budget to cover your school and personal expenses, and to make sure that they are below your income!
- Submit your Student Financial Profile Application (SFP)
- Apply for part time job or Work/Study (check job postings on the Career Centre site)
- Register for Accommodations with AWBC (if applicable)
- Visit the Bookstore for textbooks
- Opt Out of YFS Health Plan (if applicable)
- Make sure you stay safe, access the resources you need, and practice self-care
Glendon Student Planner
Find monthly deadlines and other important Financial and Academic information here.
Budget Forms
Setting a Budget
Need help with budgeting? We have a helpful guide to get you started.
Finding Room for Savings
Shoebox Budgeting has a great form to record your expenses and plan areas in which you can save.
External Resources
Your Money
Your Money is a resource from the Canadian Bankers Association providing students with information on budgeting, saving, investing, borrowing and keeping your money safe.
FCAC Educational Programs
The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) has a series of free educational programs and materials available on their website to help people to learn about money management and increase their financial skills.
Money and Youth
Money and Youth is an award-winning financial literacy program created by the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education and available for free online.