The College Parents Future Math Calculator

As you consider colleges and financial aid, it’s important to get a financial reality check for after graduation.

Our Future Math Calculator helps you and your student think about income potential, fixed expenses (insurance, student loan repayment, etc.), and living expenses (apartment, food, phone, gas, car, etc.) after graduation.

As a guide, College Parents recommends a 50/30/20 budget - 50% of your income for NEEDS, 30% for WANTS, and 20% for DEBT & SAVINGS. Use the calculator to weigh the impact a potential loan amount could have on meeting other financial obligations.