Since 1985, the price of college has increased 538%. Average student loan debt is nearly $30,000 per graduate. To combat the skyrocketing higher education costs, start saving for college early, investigate scholarships, keep an open mind about where you obtain your degree, and explore student aid. Many students also work while they attend school to pay for tuition, books, and personal living expenses. In addition to outside employment, you can also put your marketable skills to work to earn money on campus and thrive not just survive.
23 Ways to Earn Money In College:
- Proofread or edit papers
- Sell food or beverages
- Become a social media consultant for an entrepreneur or nonprofit
- Make homemade beauty products (soap, hair care, etc.)
- Run errands for students or staff
- Be a chauffer
- Do landscaping
- Sell products (ebay, yard sales, dorm sales)
- Do hair, nails, or makeup
- Sew or repair clothing
- Write (songs, poems, stories)
- Plan parties and other celebrations
- DJ at parties
- Sell your musical talent (sing, play instrument)
- Make jewelry
- Fix computers
- Babysit
- Teach dance or exercise classes
- Help students get organized/clean or do laundry for other students
- Become a tutor
- Sell gift baskets or care packages
- Help students apply to grad school
- Help students apply for jobs
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The path to a college degree is rarely linear. Earning a degree is only part of the successful higher education equation. A well-adjusted student has a plan B, C and D, understands the importance of strong connections, practical experience, and marketable skills, and has learned to leverage campus and career opportunities. This workshop will help both graduate and undergraduate students maintain motivation and make the most of their college years.
Nicki Sanders, Chief Visionary Officer of Packaged For Success, helps both youth and adults discover their personal power, dream big, and achieve success on their own terms. Ms. Sanders is an experienced trainer, group facilitator, and program manager who holds a Master’s degree in Social Work. Ms. Sanders has over fifteen years of direct experience with diverse populations in residential, school-based, and community based agencies.
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