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The stipend never covers it.

Enter your funds and spending — see the gap, including what comes out of your own pocket.

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What you spend

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Count the out-of-pocket honestly \u2014 it\u2019s the number that matters most.

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The stipend never covers it.

Enter funds and spending \u2014 see the gap, including your own pocket.

Last reviewed: October 2026.

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