what are the best ways to save money while in college in the US? specifics, please!?
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Campusbooks.com will compare textbook prices at all different websites (ebay, half.com, barnes & noble) so you can make sure you are getting a good price without going to each individual website.  Cut coupons from the paper, shop at thrift stores, go to the library for books & movie entertainment (no cost!) instead of video rental stores, etc.
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Well.....since NO ONE else has given you valuable information as of yet....I wanted to let you know that the top two places to look for college money are State/Federal loans and Scholarships/Loans from the actual college you are going to.\n\nAlso you can use online loan finders:\n\n#1  http://www.fastweb.com/\n\n    http://www.estudentloan.com/\n    http://www.salliemae.com/\n    http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/student.html\n    http://studentaid.ed.gov/\n    http://scholarships.com/
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First of all, put money in regularly.  Monthly or even weekly if you can.  College is going to be expensive, so the more the better.  Secondly, go with an investment that gives you some tax benefit as well.  Currently, the 529 plan (also called a College Investment Trust) has the money growing tax deferred, and as long as it is withdrawn for qualified higher education expenses it is tax free (this may change-it has a sunset provision for 2010).  Another option is a Coverdell Plan, what used to be called an Educational IRA.  They also allow you to earn with taxes deferred, but you can only put 2k away in them-the limits on the 529 plan are much higher.  The nice thing is that neither of these plans have a really significant impact on a child's ability to get financial aid-unlike having it in just a regular savings account!
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If no scholarships available think of where you can cut down expenses in your budget. Take lunches to work, bring your own coffee and snacks instead of buying them, rent movies instead of going to the movies, cook more at home instead of going through that drive up window...maybe see if there is work available at the school that can be done in exchange for all or part of the tuition.  Just look everything over ....  :o)
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I'd say stay home set the example and save money. The life style change can make you or break you. Try it if not move out the second semester.
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i really think it would be best not to have to  worry about loans or paying them off while you are trying to go through college...if it is just as good a college and you can get your degree is the best thing...there is so many expenses with going to college you will need all the money you can... clothes books, etc, without worrying about loans...
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1 pray to god\n2 save little from paycheck\nbe focused if you want to save money\n3 borrow from friends \nhope thats help
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I don't really have any hot tips on how to do this. Here are a few things to consider.\n\nFirst of all, you need to know how much you have to spend to live. That requires a budget. That will give you an idea of the amount that you could then save. Certain expenses are unavoidable:\n\nrent or house payment\nutilities\ntaxes\ngasoline to get to and from work\n\nOther expenses are subject to some reduction\n\nfood\nbeer\nclothing\nentertainment\nif you live within 7 miles of work, consider riding your bike. \n\nThen there is the possibility of additional sources of income:\n\nhome repair\nmowing lawns\ntemp work at Home Depot, etc.\nif you are single and renting, a roommate or several to share expenses.\n\nThen there is roi. Once you save your money, you want to receive the best roi that you can. That implies putting it to work in the best manner. Definitely, avoid the bank except for expenses and emergency funds.
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Your best bet is to ask the school you will be attending.  I don't know of many people who have financial aid for living expenses.   I think your best bet is to take out some loans to help cover what you need.
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None...nothing in the UK is "reasonably" priced. I know that and I've only been there once! You're better off studying in the States if you're concerned about the expense.
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I have a ton of thoughts, but one piece of advice that has always helped me. If you go looking for loans and aide and someone tells you no, keep looking, there is always another door to open. If you put your mind to it, you can finance you college career on your own. I did it. I went to a private university at the tune of $28,000 a year and paid for it all on my own through aides and loans. Good luck!
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1-2. Go to college full time if you can. Working full-time and going to college part-time is the pits. It can be done, but you don't get as much out of your classes. \n\n3. There are lots of grants and scholarships for many different kind of students. I don't know of any that require six arms.\n\n4. People who live in dorms have so many friends compared to folks who live off campus. I even did it in grad school in my thirties, and enjoyed it thoroughly. I'd do it again if I didn't have four cats!\n\n5. Oo! So many! Great if you can learn from someone else's mistakes and not have to learn from your own!\n\na) Don't watch more than about an hour of TV a week. Use that time to sleep, study, or socialize.\n\nb) Don't avoid your professors. They are not the enemy. They want you to pass. They want to explain to you what you don't understand!\n\nc) Don't wait until the last minute to begin a research paper! When the paper is assigned, go to the library and dig around interesting topics until you find something that works. If you're stuck early on, your professors will be able to help you. If you're stuck the night before, no one can help you!\n\n6. This is what your faculty advisor is for. But I applaud your choice!
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You could apply for a Stafford Loan. They come subsidised where the government pays the interest while you are in college. \n\nhttp://studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/student_guide/2004_2005/english/types-stafford.htm
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OSU.. I was living in Nevada.. during this time College was aproching for my kids.  We lookied all over For the best Vetmed in the US.. we wrote everyone. Got lititure. Form all the colleges.. \nI sold my house packed the bags and Moved to Oklahoma Stillwater.. MY kids are in the 4th yrs. One dose Vet med the other one Phycoligy.. {MOM cant spell}  That is why kids go to college.. lol.. \nThe tution is only$7000. a year for instate.  That is why i moved her one year prior.. other wise it is like $15000. Out of country is $26000.  big diffrents.\n\nThe town is great. it is all college kids. tons and tons of childcare.. I opend a day care for if my kids fell in love and got married they would have kids.. well 4 yrs later.. I am taking care of my granddaughte..  \n\nDreams do come true you just have to make them happen.. As for being a mother i devoite my life to my kids they all live with me even being married and i am doing all i can to put them thru college..\n\nNO crime.. Lots of gyms, parks, and the huge OSU/ cowboys.  you will love it here.. it is relaxing.. Not a city life just a small country town full of college kids.\nas for work.. we have 3 factorys.. Walmart.. where all the college kids work.. Every damn Fast food "who cooks" not even me.. if it is not micorwaveabul or fast food.. we dont have time. lol  There are tons and tons of jobs at the college.. My kids work at the college.. my daughter husband at Walmart..  \n\nWages are $6.25 to $7.50 depending on job..just a avrage. the gas staytions are $9.50.. tons and tons of conveient stores..\n\nGreat grade schools..  Go check out OSU...
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First, write down how much you get before you spend anything with each paycheck.  You have a 1st paycheck and a 15th paycheck, for example.  \n\nUnder each paycheck, list what your bills are for that paycheck.  If you send extra to some bills, don't put that down yet.  \n\nAfter your bills are deducted, this is what you have left for each check.  From that, you need some for living to the next paycheck and some to send as extra to bills or to save away.  Figure out about what you can get by on for two weeks, remembering how high gas is now.  You can even add a gas entry and put in 10 days driving * gas price and deduct that in your budget as well.  \n\nThis gives you an accurate portrayal of your finances.  You then set a goal to reduce your living amount you budget and send more to pay off credit cards early and try to stick to it.  Don't be afraid to change it slightly month-to-month, it doesn't have to be inflexible.  Just do your best and as you wipe out debts like credit cards or other debts that can't come back like student loans, you'll get to see how that extra money can be applied elsewhere.\n\nGood luck!
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Random, but are you a forex trader?  I know this handle from oanda forums.\n\nWork somewhere will you will use the discount.  College jobs suck, lets be honest.  The pay is horrible and the hours are usually those that most people dont want.\n\nI have two ideas for you:\n\nTake a job at a place like Target.  The pay is higher than minimum wage and they offer a 10% discount on anything in the store to their employees.  Target sells virtually everything in their stores.  You would be able to save a lot of money while at college by utilizing the discount.\n\nOr, take a job as an apprentice.  See if you can get a job in a place that specializes in what you are trying to get a degree.  Want to be a doctor?  See if any doctors need workers!  This gives you experience in the field, something to put on a future resume, and maybe some money.
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I have found the best way of saving.  I was able to put away approximately $8000 in 18 months.  Look for www.sharebuilder.com.  Its an investment site.  You can purchase stock for $4.00, no matter how much stock you buy.  Do some research.  I chose companies based on the products i use in my daily life.  I found it be fun to save and also enjoyed shopping for new stocks.  The dividends usually pay better than any savings account, so give it a try.  It worked for me.