For an exchange student coming from India, the expenses in the US can take a toll on the pocket. In this article, we, at NNE, have shared some of the very basic ways to cut down on some of the expenses.
Avail Students’ DiscountThere are a lot of places in the US that offer discounts to students. So, the next time you go out for a movie, or to a sporting event, a theme park, a restaurant or even a concert, make sure to ask if your student ID can help you save money. Make sure to carry your University/School ID card as a proof, to avail the discount.
Study Well to Avail DiscountsMany insurance companies in the US offer students with good grades a discount on their monthly car payments. While the amount might not seem big at first, it adds up to a substantial number by the end of the year.
Student Discount on Health CareMost universities offer low cost health care and medicines to students. So, before you go to a pharmacist’s shop outside your campus, make sure to check for the medicines in you college.
Students Deals at BanksIn case you have a bank account, or plan to open one, make sure to check if you are eligible for any of the bank’s special student deals. Some banks offer special rates or promotions for students.
Saving on BooksWhen we say saving on books, we do not mean don’t buy books, we simply mean try to find ways to get hold of cheaper books. Many books, say, for example, Management books, are quite expensive. You may try any of the following options to save on books.
Rent Books: Renting books can save you quite a few dollars.
Visit a University Bookstore: Usually, at the beginning of the semester, there will be plenty of used books, which are much cheaper than the new ones. The students, who do not need them anymore, return these books to the bookstore. Also, check with the bookstore staff on returning and refunding deadlines and policies.
Look for announcements by students: some students sell books after semester is over. As bookstore refunding is not satisfactory to many students, they prefer to sell their textbooks themselves, and it might turn to be the cheapest option.
Apart from all the methods mentioned above, there are still more ways to save some money.
- Many department stores and home furnishing stores offer students a discount.
- You can get such educational discount on Hardware and software, and save an impressive sum of money. Be sure to research student discounts when purchasing items like a computer.
The more you talk to people and travel, the more you will discover about how to save money, so, do more, to discover more.
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jitesh jain5/26/2012 1:50:00 AM
hello sir/madam,i m from india i m studying in Guyana.i am studying bs-md 1st sem. here but i wanna study from US. can u plz show me the procedures for that and there is any chancesto study there. thank you very much...waitin for reply...
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RAJAT KUMAR5/22/2012 9:28:24 AM
I WILL STUDY IN ABROAD. MY no. 8053081070
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sadhana kulkarni5/17/2012 8:20:24 PM
Completed Bachelors of Ayurvedic Medecine and Surgery. Want to study in US what to study so that I can get job in US itself?
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Ann5/10/2012 3:24:19 PM
After credential evaluation,will my MBBS degree be considered as a batchelors in US.So that I can directly take a Masters.?
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Mohd Nazish4/30/2012 3:35:55 PM
hello..! I accomplished my b.com from rohelkhand university, bareily.. i would like to take admissionin U.S for my further study..
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S. Roy4/30/2012 2:46:24 AM
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virender kumar4/16/2012 8:27:39 PM
Hello i was complete study for 12th class to arts Me apne agge ke study USA ME KARNA CHAHATA HU MERE DADY BE USA ME HAI PLEASE APP MUJHE USA KE STUDY KE BARE ME BATAYEMERE ID HAI Vk8772@gmail.comvirenderpandir@yahoo.in
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sukhman4/12/2012 4:26:25 PM
Respected sir/madam, i have completed b.sc nursing with 1st division in sept.2010. i have 1year 6 months experience in clinical area.My IELTS overall score is 6band overall. I am very much interested to do further study in USA. Am i qualifying or not to get study visa of US for medical or nursing study,please tell me as soon as possible. with regards,sukhmanjit
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Sanjay3/18/2012 10:42:47 PM
Hello Girishkumar,First you have to take TOEFL. Then appear for SAT. 89 is the minimum requirement in TOEFL. Try to get at least 1700 in SAT to qualify for good US university. Gather letter of recommendation from your school. Your essay should be touching. Extra curricular activity certificates should be attached with your application form. Select a good university with the help of someone who has an experience in US education field. Keep the money ready to spend on application fees, Councillor fees and tui
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sini3/9/2012 9:39:31 PM
i am currently doing my BA in sociology.Please tell me the various institutes offering higher education in my subject