Money

Student budget? Let’s make it stretch.

Welcome to Money — your go-to for saving smarter, earning more and understanding the student finance stuff no one properly explains. From managing your student loan to finding ways to make extra cash, this is where money talk gets clear, practical and actually useful.

We break down everything from how student finance works and when loans get paid, to everyday ways to save money without feeling deprived. Expect budgeting tips, side-hustle ideas, discount guides and simple explanations of the terms that usually make your eyes glaze over.

Moving to uni can feel financially overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re trying to survive until the next loan drop or build better money habits long-term, we’ve got advice to help you feel more in control.

Because financial confidence hits different.

Costco Membership Worth It In 2026? Membership Types, Prices And More

Costco Membership Worth It In 2026? Membership Types, Prices And More

$65 a year for access to bulk buys, killer deals, and a hot dog that's been $1.50 since 1985 — but is a Costco membership actually worth it for a student? We've got the full breakdown.

Danielle Slauter
Get Paid To Talk To Your Friends About Voting

Get Paid To Talk To Your Friends About Voting

Ready to gear up for the 2024 election? Then find out how you can get paid to inform your friends and family about voting this year.

Get Paid To Party: Land A Job Attending Music Festivals Across The US

Get Paid To Party: Land A Job Attending Music Festivals Across The US

Summer festivals mean plenty of parties, but those tickets aren't cheap. But one company wants to hire you to hit up the best shows.

Get Paid $4,500 To Eat Jelly Beans

Get Paid $4,500 To Eat Jelly Beans

Looking to get paid nearly $5,000 to eat candy all day? Then you're going to want to apply for this job from Jelly Belly ASAP!

Danielle Slauter
Get Paid To Be A Stanley Campus Ambassador

Get Paid To Be A Stanley Campus Ambassador

6 Best Checking Accounts for College Students

6 Best Checking Accounts for College Students

Discover the best student checking accounts with low fees, perks, and budgeting tools to help you manage your money effectively in college.

Get Paid $600 To Be A Doritos Ambassador

Get Paid $600 To Be A Doritos Ambassador

Dream job alert! Find out how you can become the first-ever Doritos Ambassador for your college campus during the spring semester.

How To Save Money Every Time When Using Food Delivery Apps

How To Save Money Every Time When Using Food Delivery Apps

There are plenty of sneaky ways to save on food delivery apps—check out the best tips and tricks to start using ASAP.

Why You Should Be Tracking Your Credit Score

Why You Should Be Tracking Your Credit Score

Discover why tracking your credit score is essential for financial health, from improving loan approvals to securing better interest rates.

Danielle Slauter
Uber Wants To Pay You $1,000 To Stop Driving

Uber Wants To Pay You $1,000 To Stop Driving

Uber wants to get more cars off the road, and they're ready to pay you to ditch yours for a bit. Find out how to sign up for this incentive!

Get Paid Up To $335K To Ask ChatGPT Questions

Get Paid Up To $335K To Ask ChatGPT Questions

Are you one of the thousands of people using AI chatbots? Find out how you can make a six-figure salary, just by coming up with prompts.

College Tuition Just Got More Expensive—Again. Find Out If You'll Be Paying More Next Year

College Tuition Just Got More Expensive—Again. Find Out If You'll Be Paying More Next Year

Discover why college tuition just got more expensive and if you'll be paying more next year. Get the latest updates on tuition hikes now!

How Does FAFSA Work For Grad School?

How Does FAFSA Work For Grad School?

Learn how to apply for FAFSA for grad school and see your financial aid options, including grants, loans, and more.

Danielle Slauter
How To Get Spotify Premium For Free

How To Get Spotify Premium For Free

Sick of ads, limited skips, and listening to all your music on shuffle? Then upgrade to Spotify premium without paying anything.

Danielle Slauter
LensCrafters Probably Owes You Money—Find Out How To Claim It

LensCrafters Probably Owes You Money—Find Out How To Claim It

Did you know you're probably eligible for a payout from a major class action lawsuit? Find out how to submit your claim now.

Danielle Slauter
It's Not Too Late To Save $700 This Year

It's Not Too Late To Save $700 This Year

Want to actually stick to your budgeting resolutions for the new year? Check out our tips on how to make them stick.

Danielle Slauter
How To Say No Without Saying You're Broke

How To Say No Without Saying You're Broke

Yes, it's possible to decline plans when you're on a tight budget and still keep all your friends. Find out how!

Danielle Slauter
How Students Are Spending $$$ During The Holidays Compared To Their Income

How Students Are Spending $$$ During The Holidays Compared To Their Income

Gen Z Students are really trying their best to make the holidays special, despite being on a limited income.

Danielle Slauter
Gifts For $5 That Don't Suck

Gifts For $5 That Don't Suck

Shopping on a budget doesn't have to be a major pain. Check out our top picks for great gifts you can get for under $5!

Danielle Slauter
You Need To Start Buying Your Gift Cards At Costco

You Need To Start Buying Your Gift Cards At Costco

Did you know you can gift cards from Costco at a serious discount? Find out how to shop this hack in time for the holidays.

Danielle Slauter
Win $50K To Help Pay Off Your Student Loans

Win $50K To Help Pay Off Your Student Loans

It's never been easier to win money for your student loans—find out how you can snag $50,000 to help pay them off!

Danielle Slauter
Get a $30 Costco Gift Card Right Now

Get a $30 Costco Gift Card Right Now

Costco is incentivizing you with even more great deals—namely, a $30 digital gift card. Find out how you can get yours today!

Danielle Slauter
Snag $1,000 to Travel Anywhere You Want

Snag $1,000 to Travel Anywhere You Want

Need money for your travel fund? Find out how you can win $1,000 from Wanderu for your next dream vacation!

Danielle Slauter
Start Booking Your Holiday Travel Now To Save $$$

Start Booking Your Holiday Travel Now To Save $$$

It's time to start getting your holiday travel booked for this December! Find out why you'll need to book sooner this year.

Danielle Slauter
Snag One Of These Back-To-School Laptop Deals ASAP

Snag One Of These Back-To-School Laptop Deals ASAP

Need a new laptop for college? Then now is the time to shop. Check out the biggest savings that are happening right now!

Danielle Slauter
Save HUNDREDS Of Dollars With This Flight Booking Hack

Save HUNDREDS Of Dollars With This Flight Booking Hack

Skiplagging is the new travel hack for summer. But can you get away with it? Find out how to save on flights with this hack.

Danielle Slauter
Spend Just $5 On Travel For Spring Break With This Hack

Spend Just $5 On Travel For Spring Break With This Hack

Travel this spring break without spending all your money by using Amtrak. Find out how you can get a train ticket for just $5!

Danielle Slauter
Why Prepaid Wireless Should Be Your New Budgeting Hack

Why Prepaid Wireless Should Be Your New Budgeting Hack

Leave behind the stress of overspending on data every month. Thanks to AT&T Prepaid and Student Beans, your budgeting has never been simpler.

Danielle Slauter
Here's How To Get $900 Towards Your Energy Bills

Here's How To Get $900 Towards Your Energy Bills

Need help paying your utilities during the winter months? Find out how you can receive assistance in January 2023.

Danielle Slauter
5 Things You Need To Know To Save Serious $$$ On Holiday Flights

5 Things You Need To Know To Save Serious $$$ On Holiday Flights

Holiday travel is going to be more chaotic (and expensive) than ever. Find out how you can save money when you make your travel plans.

Danielle Slauter
The Best Student Discounts In 2023 For US Students

The Best Student Discounts In 2023 For US Students

Ready to save as much money as you can while you're a student? Check out the best discounts and how you can get them.

Danielle Slauter
Don't Forget These Important Dates For Student Loan Forgiveness

Don't Forget These Important Dates For Student Loan Forgiveness

The timeline for applying for student loan forgiveness is quickly approaching. Find out when you need to have everything sorted out by.

Danielle Slauter
This Ivy League University Is Waiving Fees & Giving Students Over $4000

This Ivy League University Is Waiving Fees & Giving Students Over $4000

One of the most prestigious universities in the country just announced that their waiving tuition for students.

Danielle Slauter
What College Students Really Want Biden To Announce About Student Loans

What College Students Really Want Biden To Announce About Student Loans

A fifth of college students want to see an extension of the loan repayment pause, but most want to see their debt cleared completely.

Megan Cushnahan
Here’s What Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Could Mean For You

Here’s What Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Could Mean For You

With an announcement likely coming any day now about the future of student loans, find out what it could mean for you.

Danielle Slauter
Don’t Miss This Important Date For Free College Money

Don’t Miss This Important Date For Free College Money

Do you know the most important date when it comes to saving money for college? Find out when you need to mark you calendars.

Danielle Slauter
What Do Gen Z Know About Cash Stuffing?

What Do Gen Z Know About Cash Stuffing?

‘Cash Stuffing’ has been blowing up on the internet lately, with Google searches hitting an all time high this summer. But what is it?

Megan Cushnahan

Cash Stuffing Methodology

Megan Cushnahan
How To Go To Law School For Free

How To Go To Law School For Free

Law school can be super expensive, but there are ways to get your J.D. without paying a cent. Find out how!

Danielle Slauter
Why A Quarter Of Students Aren't Saving For The Future

Why A Quarter Of Students Aren't Saving For The Future

Megan Cushnahan

Improve Your Credit Score By Following This TikToker's Simple Steps

Lydia Kah-Pavlou

FAQs

What kind of content is in the Money category?
You’ll find guides to student finance, budgeting advice, money-saving tips, side-hustle ideas, and practical explanations of how student loans and repayments work.
Do you explain student loans and finance clearly?
Yes — we break down when student loans get paid, how repayment plans work, and what key terms actually mean in simple language.
Can I find ways to make extra money as a student?
Absolutely. We share ideas for part-time work, side hustles, online earning opportunities and ways to maximise what you already have.
Is this focused on long-term financial advice?
We cover both — short-term survival tips for uni life and foundational habits that can help you build better financial confidence beyond graduation.