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Alternatives to College

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Does the cost of a four year college or university degree scare you? We all have been taught that a college degree is the path to the good life, but is it still – when students are emerging with heavy debt and little chance of a lucrative job? Electrical and electronics engineering technicians. Respiratory therapists.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

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According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). College students have the option of renting books now. Get Rewarded. What a deal.

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Why I am against Electronics in Schools and why I had to buy a tablet

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I went on a road trip with my 2 kids and I , from Atlanta to Detroit : the 10+ hours, did you know we did NOT use electronics once? As much as I am against electronics are used in a learning environment, because kids have electronics at home, I didn’t want her left out I told her there are rules 1. but a paperback.

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How I Saved Thousands of Dollars on College Textbooks

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I was in college for five and a half years for a four year program prior to graduating, and I paid my way through the whole thing. There are some books that you might want keep afterward for reference, but in all honesty it’s unlikely that you will use them once you’ve graduated from college. Electronic Books.

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Gas Gift Cards – Save on Speedway at Raise.com

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Or give a gift of a gift card to a college student. Gift card sellers may list physical gift cards, electronic gift cards and merchandise credits from nearly any local or national retailer. Gas is expensive, why not get a gas card and use that ? Speedway has a bunch of gift cards on rase.com. Save on Speedway Gift Cards from Raise.com!

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Q&A | cinnamon, SIM, jeans, and grocery spending

The Frugal Girl

I’m an older adult in college also, and I would love to have the option to listen to the books I have to read. I have to buy the electronic version of all of my textbooks, since there are online assignments associated with them, and the online versions have an option to have the computer read to you. Thank you!!

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Amazon: 90% Off Select eTextbooks 1/9 Only : As Low As $1.99 (Reg $40)

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Practical Electronics for Inventors Kindle Edition. If you don’t have a Kindle, keep in mind that you can still read books on your computer or other mobile devices with the FREE Kindle Reading Apps found here. Here are some awesome deals I saw : . Only $1.99 (regularly $40). Advanced Spanish Step-by-Step Kindle Edition.

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