1. Free College stuff: Take advantage of university deals and offers. There are many opportunities to attend sporting events (division, club or intramural), free movie nights, fairs, and even participate in university traditions all at no cost to you. Many companies and restaurant chains want college student support. Therefore they often offer coupons, pass out free samples and even pay students to advertise and talk about their products. These are simple ways to experience new things and try different foods/activities.
2. Coupons: These readily available vouchers can save you a substantial amount of money. Looking at the store’s website before going shopping, visiting websites like Mysavings.com and Couponmom.com can add up your savings very quickly. Some stores, like Publix, even have coupons available near the store entrances. A little planning can keep your wallet feeling a little less depleted.
3. BOGO: While we all have heard this term before, many often don’t take advantage of this resource. Buy one get one’s are one of the easiest ways to save money. It is even possible to locate the store’s weekly add on their website or your Sunday paper to plan out your next shopping trip. Coupling a coupon and the BOGO results in huge savings and can even result in you getting a product for free.
4. Discount stores: Re-used does not have to be associated with discount stores. Stores like Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, Home Goods, and Ross buy goods from higher end retailers and sell them at discounted prices. Real gems can be found through these retailers and can be wonderful places to find gifts or stay fashionably up to date.
5. Cooking: Eating out and visiting dining halls can get expensive and lead to awful food choices. All you can eat dining halls and fast food chains are readily available and are often full of poor nutritional value. Cooking your own meals can save you money and produce a healthier you. Easy recipes can be found in your grocery stores, a quick Google search and even from your family members. Take advantage of all of your resources and don’t be afraid to experiment a little bit.