Academic year preparations drive school and housing costs

As the new academic year approaches, families and students in Romania and Moldova are preparing for significant seasonal expenses.

In Romania, parents are facing rising costs for school supplies. Estimates suggest many parents will spend at least 1,000 lei per child on items such as backpacks, notebooks, and stationery. While individual items like notebooks may cost only a few lei, the cumulative total for a full list of supplies can reach several hundred lei per student.

In Moldova, university dormitories in Chișinău are undergoing preparations for the upcoming academic year, including cleaning, disinfection, and repainting. Monthly costs for student housing are reported to range between 300 and 750 lei, depending on the specific institution.