Budget Tracker Tool

Heading to college comes with a long list of things to buy and the costs can add up fast. This free tool helps you plan ahead by estimating how much you'll spend across the essentials: school supplies, tech, dorm gear, and more.

How to use it:

1. Set your total budget at the top

2. Drag the sliders (or type a number) to allocate money to each category

3. Watch the progress bar to see how much you have left

4. Customize the categories to match your own needs — rename them, add new ones, or remove what doesn't apply to you

The totals update in real time, so you always know exactly where your money is going before you spend a cent.