It’s College Savings Month! How To Save Money

September is college savings month — providing a timely reminder of the need to have a plan for paying for college.

This comes as the cost of higher education is skyrocketing.

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discussed when you should start saving for college, some strategies to help reduce the cost, and how you can pay for education using reward dollars. He also shared advice for families, if a college education is worth the expense and more.

Rising tuition costs and living expenses make it increasingly challenging for students to stay on a budget. That doesn’t mean you have to be a “starving student” – there are plenty of great ways to save money in college. We’ve gathered some ‘do’s and don’ts’ for smart spending in school and beyond.

DON’T buy new textbooks.

DON’T leave home without your student ID.

DON’T own a car.

DON’T be careless with credit cards.

DO visit your local bank.

DO limit meals out.

DO choose housing wisely.

DO explore campus amenities.

DO monitor cell phone usage.

DO use cashback and rewards programs.

DO trim or split subscriptions where possible.

DO start investing if you can.