Reduce college housing costs1 of 6Students can't control the price of college tuition, but they have options when it comes to everything else. According to the College Board, students attending a four-year, in-state public institution spend an average of $12,368 per year on housing, books, transportation and other fees. That's more than $5,300 above the average cost of tuition.By making a few smart financial choices, students can significantly reduce their college housing costs. Related Articles:5 college transfer tipsDelay Roth conversion?3-year college degreesGet training for new jobRelated Links:Prepaid tuition flawedHow to get a private loanFinding your best collegePay for college mistakes advertisement
Students can't control the price of college tuition, but they have options when it comes to everything else. According to the College Board, students attending a four-year, in-state public institution spend an average of $12,368 per year on housing, books, transportation and other fees. That's more than $5,300 above the average cost of tuition.
By making a few smart financial choices, students can significantly reduce their college housing costs.
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