College Tip$$$

College Budget

use a budget plan to help keep the cash flowing for the school year

  • plan expenses for tuition, housing, books, and living
  • plan expenses for recreation and activities
  • plan financial aid sources and needs
  • run a monthly cash flow analysis to avoid running out of cash before the semester ends

 

download FREE
this budget planning worksheet

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this quick college budgeting trifold

 

Add Scholarships to the Budget

Remember to get all of the scholarship money you can. It will help in your college budget:

view scholarship awards

 

Keeping Tabs

Your college aid sources will include scholarships, grants, state aid, loans, saving funds and other aid sources.

Use our worksheet to:

  • keep track of each aid source
  • manage your loan borrowing amounts
  • record student loan information and account numbers
  • use each academic year when you need additional aid for quick processing
  • have the tracking sheet available to help consolidate your student loans and other aid sources when you graduate

 

download FREE
our aid tracking worksheet

 

First Step:

get all of the scholarship money you can get. It will help reduce borrowing costs.

Link to our scholarship page


Reducing Costs

you should always look for ways to cut costs - you don't want to graduate with a huge debt:

  • search all available FREE money options
  • start college at a less expensive school
  • check for school tuition reduction plans
  • look for in-state school and private aid matching programs
  • take as many credits as possible to speed up graduation

more cost reduction tips available with supporting information


Smart Shopping

when you need stuff for college such as a

  • computer, software, textbooks, supplies, transportation, entertainment and more
  • or anything for the dorm like storage, decor, fashion, food

shop our student bargain center for deals

 

Leading the Way

are you familiar with the student financial aid process?

do you have a grip on all available financial aid options that you can have to pay for college?

 

download FREE
this 1-page student aid map

  • summarizes everything you need to know about financial aid
  • shows all available financial aid options and resources
  • provides quick links to aid sources and information

keep the map in your school notebook for quick reference

 

Knowledge is Key

Before you submit your application for financial aid, get smart with our online tutorial on student financial aid:

  • review aid charts for undergrads, graduates, continuing ed, and parents
  • walk through the financial aid steps
  • search scholarships and other free money options
  • apply for federal and private student loans
  • find in-state aid resources
  • budget and manage your money
  • get more aid advice and information guides

 


bookmark this student web site for future reference

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Need Some Extra $$$

Often scholarships, federal student loans, and other financial aid do not cover the full cost of college

That is when you need extra money to pay:

  • tuition
  • housing and food
  • books - supplies
  • computer
  • transportation to and from college
  • and even last's years expenses

Quick Calculate

Get the Money You Need QUICK:

  • borrow what you need up to the full cost of college
  • save money - build credit - pay off your loan faster
  • get your funds quickly after school certification

 


view the Smart Option Student Loan ®


get more information
from our student aid module


do it later
bookmark web site to visit later when needed

 

Student Shopper

 

Shopping College

You will find a complete directory of student-related products and tips for college.

Use the center to shop your everyday needs. Items can be delivered to your dorm.

Shopping Tips
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download FREE
our college living
shopping checklist

 

 

Computers and Stuff

Many college dorms are wired for computers and video entertainment.

But if your dorm is obsolete, new product developments allow you to automate your dorm with wireless technology that you can take with you.


Shopping Tips

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download FREE
our sheet for shopping wired home

 

Toys - Sports - And Fun

For all college students who act like kids.

Jump over to our nBuy "Funhouse" for shopping discounts on all kinds of games and toys.


Shopping Tips

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download FREE
our sheet for shopping our funhouse

 

Party Planning

Collee is a great place to plan a party. A special event with game play, decorations, great food and lasting friends.

It doesn't take much. And now it become even easier with this handy party center.


Party Tips

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our sheet for shopping your next party

 

Inside Your Closet

College is the place where you want to look your best. So what are you going to stuff in your dorm closet?

Shop the latest fashions, shoes, sunglasses, bags, and all those things that make you look good on campus.


Shopping Tips

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download FREE
our sheet for shopping for your closet

 

What Are You Driving?

Is it new or is it used? Does it operate that way it should? Are you proud to drive it around campus?

Maybe it's time to exchange your vehicle for something new. Or perhaps you want to do some maintenance to keep your car running strong.


Shopping Tips

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download FREE
our sheet for shopping autos and auto care

 

Discount Travel

Can You Spare a Weekend?

If you have a weekend that you can spare on a moment notice, you can find some great last-minute deals to places over the world.

Most of these deals are 2-3 weeks away. And you can find some big discounts to beaches - fun cities - international - and more.


See What's Available

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our travel trip planner

 

Need a Place to Stay?

Start with our new and improved hotel search engine to find best rate hotels and other lodging.

It's simple to use. Insert your dates, how many people are lodging, type of amenities desired, and let our engine find you the best place and the best price.


Give It a Try

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download FREE
our travel trip planner

 

Up Up and Away

But how much is it going to cost?

You can find out by connecting to the world's largest data center for comparing air fares from all airlines to all places.

Compare our air fare prices with other search databases. You will be coming back!


Book Your Flight Plans

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our travel trip planner

 

For Just the Two of You ...

... or perhaps the whole family.

No matter how many, you can find every type of cruise going to every type of place.

Places like the Bahamas - Caribbean - Pacific Islands - European Rivers - Alaska - Mediterrian - and more.


What You Can Find

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our travel trip planner

 

What Kind of Transportation

Luxury car - 4 door sedan - economy car - minivan - truck - SUV

No matter what type, you will find every car rental out there and every car deal available for great overall deals.


Begin Here

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lowering your bills
note pad

 

Okay! Now What?

That is when you turn to our travel guides to find out what you would like to do and what events you would like to attend.

Find tourism sites - outdoor recreation - national parks - lakes and beaches - amusement centers - fishing and boating - ghost towns - tickets and events - historical sites - and more.


Our Travel Guides

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