Cost of living
How much money will I need to live in Glasgow?
In order to budget for your time in Glasgow, it's best to plan for costs including accommodation, food, books, clothes, entertainment, travel and bills like electricity and gas. It's also a good idea to include money in your calculations for unexpected expenses.
We estimate that it will cost you £1,100 to £1,700 per month to live and study in Glasgow, but it could be more or less, depending on factors such as your choice of accommodation and your lifestyle (figures published August 2025, based on a small sample survey of current University of Glasgow students).
Get to Know Glasgow podcast
Ash, Jachine, Danielle and Victor share their experiences of scholarships, funding, budgets, student discounts and share their top tips for saving money.
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Student discounts
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Melody and Isobella's monthly living costs in Glasgow
Students Melody and Isobella share their experiences of what it roughly costs each month for them to live in Glasgow, from rent to utilities to transport to food (published 13 December 2024).
Money saving tips for students
Undergraduate student Navya shares some top tips on stretching your money as a student, from food to fashion (published 19 April 2024).
