YNAB — Free for College Students
The best budgeting app, free for one year with a .edu email. YNAB's zero-based budgeting method is genuinely life-changing for tight budgets.
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Dorm Room on a Budget
Budget apps, meal prep guides, thrift hacks, and student discounts to make college life affordable without sacrificing quality.
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Budget Bytes
Incredible meal prep recipes designed for tight budgets, with per-serving cost breakdowns. Proof that eating well doesn't require spending much.
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Amazon Student (Prime)
Six months of Amazon Prime free for students with a .edu email, then 50% off. Free shipping, Prime Video, Prime Music, and more.
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Splitwise
Track shared expenses with roommates fairly and transparently. No more awkward "you owe me" conversations — Splitwise handles the math.
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Student Beans
Verified student discount platform with hundreds of offers on clothing, tech, food, and subscriptions. Verify your student status once, use everywhere.
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Goodwill & Thrift Store Guide
Thrift stores near campus are goldmines for dorm essentials — lamps, frames, storage, cookware — for a fraction of retail prices.
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Honey / Capital One Shopping
Browser extension that automatically tests every coupon code at checkout. Saves real money on textbooks, supplies, and everyday purchases.
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