Motel for 3 days, while waiting quarters. |
$300 to $400 |
Deposit with landlord to cover any damages to the house while it is occupied by the student. If the student leaves the house undamaged, this money will usually be returned to them. (The deposit is usually equal to one month’s rent.) |
$1,500 to $3,000 |
Deposit with utility companies for gas, electricity, and telephone. This money will usually be returned to when the student leaves. (For officers living in on base housing, no deposits or payments for water and electricity are required.) |
$200 to $300
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Cost of gas, water, electricity, cable and telephone. These utilities may cost as much as $200 during the cold winter season and much less during the summer. Average monthly cost is: |
$175 to $300 |
Rent for a 3-bedroom unfurnished house. |
$1,600 to $3,800 |
Furniture rental, including a TV set and washing machine |
$800 to $1,200 |
Used automobile (average 5 years old) |
$5,000 to $8,000 |
Reserve for automobile repair |
$500 to $700 |
Automobile insurance (6 months) |
$400 to $600 |
Food |
$400 to $500
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Miscellaneous: kitchen utensils, school supplies, small items for home, laundry, recreation, postage |
$150 to $200
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First month total (approximately)$11,000 to 14,000
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