Search results for:
Are you a college student who is finding only lint in your pockets lately? There's a wealth of opportunities literally at your door step! Learn why you should consider getting an on-campus job to help make a little green at school.
Are you ready to get away from school for the holidays, but find yourself strapped for cash? You might be amazed at some of these great deals available for college students seeking a quick vacation. Whether traveling by car, bus or plane, there's sure to be something for everyone's budget. If you want to spend the holidays with family or friends, be sure to check out these great student deals.
Don't let an empty bank account dampen your holiday giving spirit. You can still give everyone on your list something very special without emptying your bank account. Check out these great gift-giving ideas for students that won't leave you broke!
We all love to get a great bargain, but is a college degree included in that scenario? Would you want to get your classes at a discount by buying a coupon, or do you prefer to have everyone paying the same price for their education? Decide for yourself if getting college through a coupon website will be the wave of the future.
Let's face it…college is expensive and money these days is in short supply. Take a cue from the coupon-crazed folks around you, and learn the fine art of using coupons. This handy little guide for students and couponing at college will soon have you saving bundles at the grocery store and more!
Every year, textbooks seem to get more expensive. You could fight the lines at the campus bookstore and pay top dollar for books you may never use again, or you could purchase your books online and possibly save a bundle. Students can now buy, rent, trade and even sell their books back online, but finding which company offers the best rate can be time consuming and frustrating. Luckily, there are some very good textbook comparison websites available that can cut down your search time while possibly saving you money.
Never again will I be duped into purchasing premium parking on a college campus. I can't even count how many hours I have spent circling around parking lots looking for a space and praying I'll make it to class on time. Looking back, I could have saved myself both time and money. But there's still hope for you! Learn how you can avoid the college parking nightmare.
Are you tired of taking out student loans or searching for scholarships? Consider starting your own student business. All you need is a good idea, some creative juices, and the drive to make it happen. Look around your campus for inspiration. Does your college need an after-hours delivery service? What about a salon? Find a need and fill it. You never know, you could be the next Mark Zuckerberg!
Ever wonder what a winning scholarship essay looks like? How many times have you entered a contest convinced your essay is both competitive and well-drafted, only to not win the award? It can be frustrating trying to figure out what a scholarship committee is looking for in a winning essay. Here's your chance to get an inside look. Check out this winning entry from our 2011 CampusDiscovery.com scholarship program…
Have you started your back-to-college shopping yet? If you are looking for some great ideas for what to wear, how to organize your dorm room, or how to prepare simple, inexpensive meals at college, forget about hopping from website to website. You can find everything you need for college in one place – Pinterest! Creativity is thriving on this social media website and it's getting bigger every day. Find out which boards you should be following this fall to ensure you have the latest and greatest things for college.