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with Eoin Beatty

Almost A Third Of Students Are Worried About Money

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A recent survey has found many students worry about making ends meet.

Close to 1 in 5 students do not know now how they will make ends meet.

A recent survey by Mobile Bank N26, has found that just under one third of Irish students are worried about their financial situation.

Some 36 percent of students say they keep a close eye on their finances and know their monthly budget.

25 percent use their savings to pay for utility bills while at university.

Despite living at home last year as a result of the pandemic, 25 percent of students still paid rent.

Over half of Irish students describe their attitude towards money management and savings as ‘cautious.'

 

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