That College Kid

How to Prioritize Your Tasks in College

Kamee Collins — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 06:01:28 +0000

On any given day, most college students have a million things to do. You must prioritize your tasks to get them done on time. Assuming your goal is to graduate on time and with good grades, here is how you should prioritize your time in college. The way you organize your tasks may look different based on your needs and your ultimate goals; but all high priority tasks should have a direct impact on…

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Time Saving Tips for College Students

Kamee Collins — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 05:38:55 +0000

There’s an adage that says; “An ounce of preparation is worth a pound of cure.” That is the perfect way to think about scheduling and time-saving tips! Putting the time and effort up front to prepare for your day or week will save you so much time in the long run. These time-saving tips will help you save time and work more effectively.

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5 Easy Recipes for College Students

Kamee Collins — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 05:04:19 +0000

College students are usually two things: broke and busy. If you’re sick of eating ramen noodles, but still dining on a budget, these 5 easy recipes are cheap, delicious, and all have fewer than 5 ingredients. Ingredients Directions Ingredients Directions Ingredients Directions Ingredients Directions Ingredients Directions Note: This “recipe”…

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Top Educational Apps for College Students

Sydney — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:45:47 +0000

Cell phone apps have come a long way in the past few years. There are so many free and educational apps on the market now that it can be hard to determine which ones are worth a download (and your ever-decreasing storage space). This list of educational apps includes some that your professors might also be using, like iTunes U. What would you add to this list? Though it’s only for Android…

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Budget Friendly Colleges in Every State

Sydney — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:27:45 +0000

In today’s troubled economic times, people are struggling to earn enough money just to live. It’s no surprise then that many students are being forced to base their choice of a higher education institution on cost. Fortunately, there are affordable schools out there, no matter where you live, and you don’t have to sacrifice a great education in order to attend them. We’ve compiled a list of the…

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5 Apps to Make You More Productive

Sydney — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:58:14 +0000

College life can be overwhelming as you try to manage your classes, extracurricular obligations and social life. During this busy time, technology can make your life more manageable. These apps that will help you organize your time and increase your productivity. Not only is Evernote free, it is on the list of The New York Times “Top 10 Must-Have Apps.” With this app, you can write notes…

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The Ultimate Guide to Buying and Selling College Textbooks

Sydney — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:31:05 +0000

Textbooks are one of the most expensive costs for a college student, especially if you’re going into a major that is heavy on reading. If you’re a broke college student, finding cheap textbooks is a priority. It’s also not hard to do. There are a few questions to ask yourself before you buy all the books on your syllabus. The first step is to figure out whether you’ll use the books on…

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How to Save Money in College

Sydney — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:42:20 +0000

College can be very financially stressful, but you don’t have to acquire major debt. There are a number of ways to save money in college. The two most important are putting money into savings accounts, and not racking up major credit card debt. Check our our tips for how to start saving money. Many college students struggle with personal finance and have a hard time saving money.

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How to Survive Your Freshman Year

Sydney — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 10:51:48 +0000

College is the perfect intersection of freedom and young adulthood: Never again will you be allowed to have that much fun while being responsible for so little. But as generations of students have learned the hard way, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by that freedom and go overboard. It’s a fun but intimidating time, and the best way survive your freshman year is to be prepared. Spoiler alert…

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Choosing Your College Classes

Sydney — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:42:31 +0000

Nearly 80% of all college students will switch majors at some point. This makes it especially difficult for incoming freshman to determine the courses they will choose for their first year of college. Don’t stress if you’re still in the “undecided” camp; these tips will help you choose your college classes for your freshman year of college. Once you’ve declared a major, this becomes much easier.

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