Tips for Saving Money in College

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Tips for Saving Money in College
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• Even students who are working a part-time job
  find college life expensive. If you have no
  source of income, it can be extra difficult.
  Whatever your situation, you need to find as many
  ways to save money as possible without cutting
  out all the pleasures in life.

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1. Buy Used Textbooks

• New textbooks have a high sticker price. The
  good news is its often unnecessary to purchase
  them new. Students who are graduating or
  finishing a class no longer have any need for
  their textbooks and are often looking to sell. In
  fact, you may be able to save all your money by
  borrowing books from another student or from the
  college library.

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2. Pay in Cash

• Paying in cash makes it easier spend less. If
  you do need a credit card, never spend more than
  what you have in the moment and make sure you
  always pay off the balance in full each month.

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3. Find Cheaper Housing

• One of your biggest expenses is student housing
  in Peterborough. Students looking to save money
  should move off campus into rented rooms and
  apartments. This is almost always cheaper, even
  when the rental is right by campus.

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4. Work Hard to Graduate on Time

• Spending an extra semester in college will add
  to your expenses. You will not only need to
  continue paying for tuition, you will be missing
  out on the opportunity to work full time and
  start paying off your student debt. Do whatever
  it takes to pass classes now, even if it means
  more expenses in the short term, like tutoring.

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5. Make Full Use of Campus

• There are plenty of free resources and
  activities on campus. Check these out before
  seeking paid options. For instance, your college
  may hold free movie nights, social events, and
  fitness classes.

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6. Buy a Coffee Maker

• If you cant manage without your morning coffee,
  purchase a coffee maker for your room or
  apartment. You could share with friends to split
  the cost and make it even cheaper. Even if you
  need to pay for the whole machine yourself, this
  is much cheaper than buying coffee on a daily
  basis.

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• The place to save the most money is likely
  accommodation. This means seeking out better
  student rentals in Peterborough and students can
  find off-campus residence in Severn Court. The
  housing is just for students, includes everything
  you need, and offers flexible lease options to
  help you save even more money.