Minor Saving Hacks

Utilities Drink hot water, use electric (heated) blanket Study at library/school Window fan can make a huge difference especially at night Food Take advantage of weekly specials Order family/catering size and make rice at home Grocery store coupons Buy in bulk Meal Prep Discount meals later in the day at grocery stores or campus food…

Utilities

Drink hot water, use electric (heated) blanket

Study at library/school

Window fan can make a huge difference especially at night

Food

Take advantage of weekly specials

Order family/catering size and make rice at home

Grocery store coupons

Buy in bulk

Meal Prep

Discount meals later in the day at grocery stores or campus food shops

School

Student resource centers (possible group tutoring)

Campus events (free activities, food, merch and great social networking)

Jobs

Campus jobs – can study and do homework while studying (i.e. info booth, library, gym)

Tutoring – flexible hours

Housing

Roommates, the more there is the cheaper there is usually

Same day signing discount, sometimes apartments will give discounts when you’re ready to sign a rental lease within that day or first few days

School Housing Facebook pages

Living Large on a Small Budget: A Student's Guide