8 Smart Ways to Save Money as a Student

Saving money

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Use Student Discounts

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Cook at Home

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Buy Used or Rent Textbooks

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Cut Subscriptions

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Automate Savings

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Saving money

Track income and expenses using free apps or Google Sheets.

Use Student Discounts

On food, software, travel, and more (UNiDAYS, Student Beans).

Cook at Home

Cheaper than eating out; meal prep saves time and money.

Buy Used or Rent Textbooks

Save big compared to buying new.

Cut Subscriptions

Cancel unused ones; share accounts if possible.

Automate Savings

Set up auto-transfers to a savings account.