Tips on saving money in college?

EricLG
Sat, 29 May 2010 03:40:36 +0000

Chemistry, actually
Unclear whether he is that smart or not, since he just finished HS. Though in his case discipline and priorities – or the lack thereof – will be the cause of failure if it happens. Which sort of brings me to your position. I cannot help but wonder a bit if more focus on classes and grades and a bit less focus on socializing might not solve both your problems.

I’m not suggesting that you become a hermit by any means – just perhaps a shift to 70/30 from the current 50/50 (or perhaps 40/60?). You may also find that the more studious group have less expensive (read: alcohol) leisure pursuits. Med school was a long time ago for me, but I remember most of my socializing happening around a group of friends that would cook a meal together.

Good Luck!

p.s. I was thinking of clubs that turn into off-hour entertainment, either alone or in small groups. If your college is typical, it has an amazing variety of stuff to get into.