If you’re a broke-ass, college student, chances are you’ve done some sketchy stuff to save cash. Stuff like: eating top ramen every morning, hitting up friends for gas money and wearing the same smelly clothes over and over. And there’s no time for work with 18 units a semester. But there is a way out. David Alvareeezy, and his blue-eyed friend Jorgie, share a secret to get you an upgrade from the 99 Cents Only Store to Dollar Tree. Hello, FAFSA.
Being broke sucks! If your funds have ever been low, you know what the struggle is like to pay a bill or find some cash for dinner. Jay & Oscar of No Cents have been there. These GIFs sum up what it’s like when your bank account is running on empty.
When You Let Your Homie Cut Your Hair and He Messes It Up
When You’re at Costco and See the Free Sample Booth
When You See How Much in Taxes Was Taken out of Your Paycheck
When You Find Enough Change in the Couch for 7-11 Nachos
When I started college, I couldn’t have imagined the challenges I was going to face. College is a learning process in every way possible; it would’ve helped to know what I was really getting into. Here are the things I wish someone told me before my first day.
Professors can be scary, but don’t fret, they don’t bite. Building a relationship with professors could result in a letter of recommendation for your dream job, a job referral or advice to kick-start your career.
Broke college students should NEVER say no to free food. Take advantage of events with free food such as workshops, club meetings or info sessions where you can feed your tummy and mind at the same time.
Your dorm or apartment will become your safe space in college. Rooming with your friends isn’t like your childhood sleepovers. Often, personalities aren’t as compatible in close living quarters. Choose your housemates carefully.
At first the sense of freedom will be great, but you will miss the warmth and stability you left at home. You’ll find yourself using “I love you” and “I miss you” more than ever.
But scholarships do! Finances should never be the reason to limit your education. Look for scholarships, check out FAFSA or get a student job. Your education is the best investment you can make.
College is where you’ll first be exposed to a world much bigger than you imagined. Be open minded and ready to expand your horizons. Take advantage of the study abroad programs. Explore!
Employers want to see more than a degree–they want experience. Make the most of your resources in college and enroll in clubs and internships that’ll give you the opportunity to round out your resume.
Most colleges let you retake a fail and replace your grade. But learn from your mistake; don’t procrastinate, pace yourself and don’t depend on all-nighters to cram your studying.
