I am so glad I am back in Ada. I am saying this because things are cheaper, and not because I think Ada is more than fun than Orlando. I literally went to Subway today and spent $5 on a sub. I can't believe I'm saying this because I'm such a hoarder with money, but I was willing to hand over that $5 effortlessly.
As a college student, I feel keeping a budget is something that we all need to learn to do. So, I've come up with my top three tips for college students wanting to learn how to manage a budget and how to spend while in college:
1. Make a list of things you actually need.
Creating a list of things that you actually need will limit you to only buying those items. If you don't need the item don't buy the item.
2. The bars will eat your pockets.
I have seen too many students spending way too much on alcoholic beverages. Do you really want to gain those extra 15 lbs. for $40-$50 a night? I don't think so.
3. That dress is really cute. But, it's too dark to even tell.
Yeah, that party dress is really cute. But do you really want to spend $100? I mean, at most parties most people aren't even going to care what you're wearing. Buy some business attire that you can actually wear later on down the road.
There are my three tips on budgeting and spending your money as a college student. If anyone has any other budgeting and spending tips they would like to add please comment. Yeah, I may be becoming a broke college student but at least I can help those college kids who still have a chance.
Courtney, I really like this post. I know how you feel - since Orlando I feel like I've spent a ton of money! However, like you, it's been easier to spend money since we have come home because it's so much cheaper. Your tips are really great, sometimes you just need to stop and think how much you need an item.
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