What I Spend in a Week as a Graduate
Everyone’s finances look different, but I thought I’d share a realistic look at the kinds of things I spend money on in a typical week as a graduate.
15th July 2026
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Last updated: January 2026
Keeping your shared student house clean can be challenging, especially when you can’t find the motivation or time to clean the house from top to bottom.
Although deep cleans are a great way to keep your home sparkling, they’re not the only option – there are loads of small things you can do every day to keep your house neat and organised.
We’ve put together a round-up of some of the top healthy habits for students to stay on top of the mess before it takes over…
Our round-up of healthy habits for students
1. Check there’s nothing out of date in your fridge
Our first healthy living tip for students is to check your fridge. Sharing a fridge means stuff inevitably gets forgotten about, and food starts to go off. It’s worth doing a weekly check of the fridge with your housemates to see if anything’s out of date or gone visibly mouldy. While you’re at it, give the shelves a quick wipe-down!
2. Make your bed every morning
Making your bed might seem like a waste of time when you’re just going to get back into it later, but you’d be surprised – this simple, healthy lifestyle tip for students will instantly make your room look and feel tidier. This is perfect if you plan on getting some uni work done in your room and want to clear the mental clutter. Best of all, it only takes a few minutes, so it’s worth making it a habit.
3. Do your dishes before you go to bed
Although it’s probably the last thing you want to do before heading to bed, your future self will thank you! Getting into the healthy habit of cleaning all the dishes and wiping the sides before passing out means you’ll wake up to a tidy kitchen (providing your housemates haven’t messed it up – but at least your pots will be clean!). Keeping on top of this also reduces the chance of housemate arguments.
4. Clean as you cook
If you think you’ll struggle to do a massive pile of washing up before bed, why not try cleaning as you cook your meal? Wash up items after using them and clear the sides while waiting for your food to simmer. You’ll probably still have to wash up your plate and a few other bits afterwards, but they’ll be way less of a build-up to deal with.
5. Don’t forget to take the bins out
Living in a shared student house means that rubbish piles up insanely quickly. So, if someone forgets to take the bin out, the kitchen becomes a disaster zone pretty fast. Sticking the bin rota somewhere visible can be a lifesaver – this way, you’ll always know when it’s going to be collected. If you have a cleaning rota, add ‘take the bin out’ so that it never gets forgotten. Ensuring that everyone does their fair share will keep the peace and help you all get along.
6. Put things away after you use them
One of the easiest ways to keep your shared house from spiralling into chaos is to put things away after you use them. If you try on a couple of outfits before deciding on the right fit for your night out, put the unworn clothes away before heading out the door. If you’ve just finished a heavy study sesh, put your books, pens, and revision cards away so your desk is ready for next time.
7. Don’t let your laundry pile up
Our next recommended healthy lifestyle habit for students is to do the laundry. If you always wait until your laundry basket is practically overflowing and you’re down to your last pair of socks before putting a load on, this healthy student tip is for you!
Instead of leaving it until the last minute, create a schedule for when to do your laundry so you aren’t fighting your housemates for the washing machine. How many loads you’ll need to do a week will depend on how many clothes you wear, so you’ll need to create a routine that works for you. Once your clothes are dry, put them away as soon as possible to keep your room nice and tidy.
One last healthy tip for students…
Organising your student house can feel like a headache, especially when dealing with household bills too. That’s where we come in.
Split the Bills takes the hassle out of shared household bills – we’ll do all the hard work of setting up utility accounts, calling suppliers and sorting out direct debits so you don’t have to. Our bill package includes uncapped energy and water, your choice of broadband and an optional TV Licence (if you plan on watching live TV). All you have to do is pay one neat bill each month, which covers your share of the bills – it couldn’t be simpler!
Check out our guide on Split The Bills vs doing it yourself for more insights.
Our final healthy tip for students: make sure you take the stress out of student living and get a monthly price for your household bills today.
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