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Yes, You Can Live The College Life Without Going Broke

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most students dream of living ‘the college life’, which typically means living away from home, attending class, socializing with friends, and making their own financial decisions, big and small. While this can be an empowering feeling, living on your own can get real expensive real fast. You have to stretch your limited budget so it …

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It’s Never Too Early To Start Budgeting For These College Expenses

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Creating a budget for your college expenses is crucial. It helps you understand which expenses are unavoidable and where you can cut back on so that you do not have to take out unnecessary loans. Budgeting is crucial, as is factoring in all expenses into said budget. You’ll need to take into consideration tuition fees, …

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Unexpected Expenses to Budget for In College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 29, 2024

College is already expensive before you even step foot on campus, and when you get to your school, you’ll quickly realize you’re not done paying just yet! From laundry costs to club fees, you’re going to be paying a little bit here and a little bit there for the next four years. Planning for these …

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3 Wallet-Draining Expenses You Can Avoid As A College Student

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

College tuition fees by themselves can be a huge drain on your wallet but like it or not, this is not the only expense that you will have to bear as a college student. You will have to set aside a substantial amount to pay towards rent, food, school supplies, textbooks, personal expenses…the list can …

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A Beginner’s Guide To Money Management In College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 28, 2023

Learning to manage your money is key to staying financially healthy. Mastering money management skills are even more important for college students. For the first time ever, you’re solely responsible for your time, your work, your meals, and – perhaps most importantly – your money management. At a time when you’re just starting to build …