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5 Ways College Students Can Stretch a Dollar

Saving Cents With Sense

According to the College Board, the average student at a public university spends more than $22,200 every year between tuition and other costs. Keep your bank account from reaching zero with these money-saving tips: On Foot. Eat out as a special occasion occasionally, but don’t let it become a money-sucking habit.

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What Are You Giving Up to Save Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I have been known to skip out on occasions and events for the sake of saving my precious pennies. For instance, at FinCon I was using public transit to get around town and to and from the host hotel to save money on cabs. For me, that means no clipping coupons. Opportunity. Saving money isn’t always as clear-cut as it seems.