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The Information You Need to Make Your College Education Affordable

Nowadays, it is vital to have at least a bachelors degree in order to get a decent job. However, the cost of a college education can be a major deterrent from trying to get a degree. Between the costs of tuition, books, rent, car expenses, food, clothes, school supplies, cell phone bills, etc., going to college costs a TON of money. Here are a list of websites, blogs, articles, etc. with personal finance tips on how to save money, budget, and afford college expenses.

Why Should You Care?

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As a college student, I understand the frustration and stress behind having to pay for college. Between the expenses of tuition, books, food, rent, etc., it's beyond overwhelming to have to worry about how to afford to go to school. Luckily, with the use of the right budgeting tips, ideas on how to save money, and scholarship/financial aid knowledge, you can minimize the stress that goes along with the seemingly overwhelming task of paying for school.

I write an occasional blog for blog.greensherpa.com on how to cut costs in college. Click on the Green Sherpa Blog link below to get more money saving ideas for college students.

Take the time to pick up one (or all) of the books I recommend from Amazon.com.

Watch the scholarship video for tips on how to get scholarships.

Read other college money saving blogs listed below for more money saving/affording college ideas.

Educate yourself on how to save money in college. The more you know, the more you will save and the easier it will be for you to put yourself (or your child) through school.
Important!

The Most Important Thing

EDUCATE YOURSELF!!!

The only way to make sure you get the most bang for your buck in college is to make sure you are aware of as many money saving/budgeting tips and scholarship/financial aid opportunities as possible.

Green Sherpa Blog

Personal Finance Tips

Personal finance blog with a new series titled "The Frugal Student" containing money saving tips for college students. The series is just starting so be sure to check back weekly for new posts.
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College Finance Books on Amazon.com

A list of some great college finance books you can find on Amazon.com about how to afford college.
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You Don't Have to Spend a Ton of Money on Books

By shopping online, buying books used, sharing a book with a classmate, renting textbooks, or using the books professors put on reserve in the library, you can save hundreds of dollars each quarter or semester on textbooks!

YouTube Video

YouTube College Finance Tips Video

Video found on YouTube containing advice on how to pay for college frugally.
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You Can Significantly Cut Back on Transportation Expenses

By using public transportation or carpooling, you can save thousands of dollars each year on transportation expenses (i.e. gas, wear and tear on your car, and even insurance expenses if you get rid of your car)!

Blog Posts from Google

Blog posts on college expenses courtesy of Google.
Seven Tips for Dealing With College Debt
You're not going to have to pay this off tomorrow," says Reyna Gobel, author of AudioGO's "How Smart Students Pay for School: The Best Way to Save for College, Get the Right Loans and Repay Debt." If you follow these seven tips, though, you should pay ...
Tips for Students and Parents
If college is on the horizon for you or a family member, you probably need to think about how you'll cover the costs. Understanding your scholarship, financial aid and student loan options will help you get started on the right foot.
5 Reasons Community Colleges Make Sense
By Jeffery King Whether you're a parent or a high school student researching college options, community college should be high on the list. With higher education rising to exorbitant levels in the past few years, many students are mortgaging their ...
Experts: Remedial college classes need fixing
The expense of remedial courses, which typically cost students the same as regular classes but don't fulfill degree requirements, run about $3 billion annually, according to new research by Complete College America, a Washington-based national ...
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Your Grocery Bill Doesn't Have to be Through the Roof

By only buying food on sale, buying in bulk, or making a list of what you actually need before you hit the market, you can save hundreds of dollars each year on your grocery bill!

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College Expenses Poll

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  • mskaylay Dec 15, 2010 @ 8:07 pm | delete
    Thanks for sharing these tips.
  • howtobuildcredit Oct 27, 2010 @ 7:37 am | delete
    your lens inspires all the college students for sure..giving them tips on how to save money and minimize their expenses,because i agree that being in college is very stressful especially when it comes to budgeting your allowance but now
    with the use of the right budgeting tips, ideas on how to save money, and scholarship/financial aid knowledge, you can minimize the stress that goes along with the seemingly overwhelming task of paying for school and other school expenses..
  • messel Jun 27, 2010 @ 3:21 pm | delete
    Thanks for stopping by my lens, ebook college textbooks Aloha :D. There are a number of useful tips here for ways college students can save money. We shouldn't forget that not everyone was made to complete their education and get a degree. Some folks may have an irresistible desire to start their own business and forge their own destiny.

    Learning while working is a fundamental way to survive in a changing world where a degree doesn't translate into a guaranteed high paying job. This is a very fast changing trend in the tech field.
  • free-online Apr 27, 2010 @ 10:22 am | delete
    Aloha aj, I feel like we have so much in common! I'm a brunette, in finance and just made a lens about scholarships (scholarships-for-students) - although I can't figure out why I cant publish it.. anyhow ! I also love Hawaii and favorited this lens.. http://www.squidoo.com/hawaiian-tattoos - anyhow, I wish I had a cool screen name like yours though! Great lens - 5 stars.
  • lravidlearner Mar 26, 2010 @ 4:46 pm | delete
    great ideas - buying books online is the way to go!
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