For struggling college students, it’s tempting to want to find a side hustle or job for some quick cash. But by being …
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Jalen Thompkins is the Chief Editor and Writer of Frugal Student. He graduated from the University of California Irvine in 2022 completely debt free while living an extremely frugal lifestyle and supplementing his income reselling items online. He received a fellowship from UCI's Beall Innovation center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship for the ideation of Frugal Student, a online space where fellow college students could learn financial literacy in a intuitive manner.
- Budgeting BasicsTraveling and Entertainment
Why Having an Entertainment Budget is Important in College
by Jalenby JalenWhile living the “broke college student” life might be all too familiar, it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice all …
As miniscule of an issue as it may seem to toss that plastic coffee cup into the garbage instead of …
- Budgeting BasicsFinancial Resources and Tools
Best Budgeting Apps For College Students in 2024
by Jalenby JalenCollege is expensive. Between sky-high tuition fees, rent, and those everyday expenses like groceries and textbooks, our wallets feel the …
- Financial Planning for the Future
Investing In The Stock Market for College Students
by Jalenby JalenEver thought about making your money work for you while you’re cramming for finals or hanging out with friends? It’s …
- Credit and Financial Responsibility
How to Build Strong Credit and Leverage Rewards Programs for Discounts
by Jalenby JalenIf your college experience has you feeling like you’re constantly leaving from midterm to midterm, I wouldn’t blame you if …
- Student Loans and Debt Management
Understanding Student Loans and Repayment Options in 2024
by Jalenby JalenIf there’s anything nearly as ubiquitous with the college experience as stress fueled late-night cram sessions, its student loans. If …
Work-study jobs are one of the best ways to increase your income and make ends meet as a college student: …
College life brings its own set of challenges, and making sure you’re eating consistently and healthily often takes a backseat. …
For many, college is their first real taste of independence. However, this comes at the cost of more responsibility, especially …
