With the cost of college on the rise, some students eventually find themselves in a challenging financial situation. While they want to continue with their education, they simply don’t have the money to do so. They have exercised all their options, such as student loans and other forms of aid, but it still isn’t enough. Most people advise against taking time off from college to save money. The fear is that you will not return. This...
There aren’t too many college students who have a surplus of money. If you find yourself short on cash, it doesn’t mean you have to sit in your dorm room day and night. Instead, you simply need to adjust your approach to ensure that you aren’t making poor financial decisions. Below are seven fast money saving tips for college students: • Always sell your old text books. You can then use the money to purchase any...
Let’s face it: most college students are on a budget. There is only so much money to go around, but there are many expenses in play. From nights on the town to sporting events to gasoline, there is always something popping up. Just the same as those in the working world, a budget can go a long way in helping any college student stay on track. You don’t have to go to extremes. All you have...
With back to school season right around the bend, students all over the country are beginning to think about what the next few months will bring. As a first year college student, you are in an exciting position. You are making the big leap from high school to college, which is sure to change your life in many ways. It is common to face financial challenges along the way. After all, you are inching closer and...
As a college student, there is nothing more exciting than the summer months. This is a time to unwind. This is a time to think about the year to come. Of course, it is also a time for you to realize that nothing lasts forever. Before you know it, the first day of the fall semester will be here. There is no better time than now to prepare financially for the fall semester. It may be...
As a college student, you are well aware that you will use textbooks day in and day out. Without these, it would be a challenge to learn. While some shy away from buying textbooks, hoping they can pass their courses anyway, others realize that this should not even be a consideration. The primary reason students avoid buying textbooks is simple: they don’t want to spend the money. Although the high cost is enough to scare anybody...
As a college student, you know it is important to gain work experience while you are still in school. This will go a long way in helping you land a job after you receive your diploma. Finding an internship is a great place to start. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done. You aren’t the only student seeking an internship. For this reason, there could be hundreds of applicants for the position you are most interested...
As a young person with little work experience, you might not really know what kind of work you like to do. While you may not expect a job to be enjoyable, know that working in the right environment and doing something you enjoy can make your first job a positive experience. Knowing yourself is the key to choosing the right type of job for you. Ask yourself a few questions to help narrow your job choices...
College is a financially difficult time for many full-time students. You probably have significant education expenses, are likely to work a limited number of hours at a relatively low-paying job, and may often be tempted to splurge on the fun that's a natural part of college life. Money management can be challenging for people of all income levels, but the less money you make, the more important it becomes to stay in control of your money...
Live within your means and avoid credit card and other bad debt. Live within your means, don't spend more than you make, don't buy it if you can't afford it - it all means the same thing and goes hand-in-hand with developing your budget. Some debt is good, such as a student loan that will help you get your degree and a better career, thus leading you to make more money than if you didn't get...
