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Your route: International relation General information for students Cost of living
The cost of living for students in France is one of the cheapest in the Western World. When students are planning their budget they should divide their expenses into 2 categories :
Their regular living expenses on a monthly basis : about 500 Euros.
The additional expenses associated with traveling, living and studying in a foreign country which are not included in the regular monthly expenses (tourism, leisure activities, rent deposit, Student Union's subscription…).

For students from countries outside the European Economic Area, there is a compulsory health insurance coverage which costs 180 Euros per year.
Students from Quebec and Switzerland are entitled to the same health coverage as French students, if they provide us with the appropriate document duly validated by the authorities of their country of origin, (see section on "health & welfare").

Students should make sure to have either Travelers' Checks (which are useful when opening a bank account), or an International Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard). Whichever type of accommodation they choose, they will have to pay rent and a deposit when they arrive. If possible, they should make photocopies of the official documents required (see 2.2.1.)
They must not forget to bring the brochures, maps of Troyes and bus routes which were sent to them : they may need them on arrival.
They must remember to bring some bed sheets and a few kitchen utensils.