Tag: rent

  • Budget is key for international students

    Budget is key for international students

    BY RENATA KHUZINA The beginning of a new school year causes stress and excitement for everyone, but some international students face challenges that local students will never know. Madina Asrorova, 19, emigrated from Russia last year, and is currently studying Business Administration Marketing at HMC Campus. International students can put themselves in a precarious situation…

  • Home away from home

    Home away from home

    STORY BY JAIME POLMATEER PHOTO BY JAIME POLMATEER It’s no secret that the cost of living for students is high. With tuition, books, food and rent, many have to resort to loans and balancing school with part-time jobs. According to ontariocolleges.ca, the average diploma program is $2,400 a year, while the average bachelor’s degree is around…