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Savings Experiment: Are student services cheaper and better?

Posted on 3/10/2010 14:11 EST

"Would you trust a student driver to get you to the airport fast? Probably not, but you certainly wouldn't mind getting a free massage from a student at a top-notch massage institute. With students training... Read more on Wallet Pop »

Spring break goes thrifty

Posted on 3/10/2010 9:00 EST

Students know a thing or two about cheap travel, and this year that applies to spring break, as well. According to Statepress.com, mid-semester revelers are partying in less pricey, some might say, Read more on Statepress.com »

Spring break: Last-minute travel deals for students

Posted on 3/3/2010 10:44 EST

Class, listen up: Here are some hot ideas for cool (that is, cheap) getaways for spring break. The Los Angeles Times has a roundup of spots that just might get your mind off those papers that are... Read more on Los Angeles Times »

College students rent textbooks to save money

Posted on 1/18/2010 12:49 EST

Why not forget about buying college textbooks altogether when you can rent them? An article in The Washington Post has the inside skinny on where and how you can arrange these short-term deals. Read more on The Washington Post »

Textbook Price Comparison Helps You Find the Cheapest Textbooks

Posted on 1/18/2010 12:44 EST

If you're about to head off to the college bookstore to fill up on texts for this semester's reading, stop now. Follow the trail laid out by Lifehacker, which suggests a website that finds the cheapest... Read more on Lifehacker »

Edhance gives student discounts at 100's of stores

Posted on 1/9/2010 16:21 EST

It pays to be a student. Seriously. Wallet Pop reports on a website that lets college students tap into money-saving discounts at stores, restaurants, and online. There's still time to enroll for... Read more on Wallet Pop »

10 Schools With Inexpensive Dorms

Posted on 12/9/2009 12:29 EST

If you're worried about college costs, don't forget to factor in the price of a good night's sleep. According to US News & World Report, dorm room costs can run into the thousands, but if you're... Read more on US News & World Report »

10 Cheap & Geeky Halloween Costumes

Posted on 10/1/2009 22:19 EST

Did you get an invitation to a Halloween party but can't help but cringe at the frighteningly overpriced costumes available? Never fear, Cheapists! We're here... with an article full of super geeky (and... Read more on Wired »

Kmart, Sears Confirming Cheaper Slim PlayStation 3

Posted on 8/18/2009 14:58 EST

Get ready, get set, click 'buy.' GearLog.com reports that Kmart and Sears are about to begin selling a low-cost PlayStation 3. Stand by for the upcoming release. Read more on GearLog.com »

Cheaper Birth Control Returns

Posted on 8/18/2009 13:49 EST

Health care reform may be stalled, but small victories are to be celebrated. A recent change in federal law, writes the Chicago Tribune, once again means discounts on contraceptives will be available... Read more on Chicago Tribune »

Back-to-School Bargains

Posted on 8/11/2009 22:25 EST

As you begin to plan your return to school in a few weeks, you may find yourself in need of the latest in high-tech gear but, not surprisingly, a bit short on cash. Coming to the rescue is PC Magazine Read more on PC Magazine »

Wal-Mart expands low-price PC offerings for back-to-school season in campaign for new markets

Posted on 7/24/2009 10:01 EST

Does your student need a new laptop this fall? Take full advantage of the hot competition between Wal-Mart and Best Buy as the two slug it out for the high school and college student market. The Los Angeles... Read more on Los Angeles Times »

Dorm-in-a-Box: Designing a Better--And Cheaper--College Prep Experience

Posted on 7/20/2009 21:09 EST

Here's a chance to feel good about sending a child off to college this fall: save lots of money and be kind to the environment. Fast Company reports on a new business that pulls together everything (??) Read more on Fast Company »