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StudentsOct 22, 20254 min read

Student Budgeting 101: Surviving Campus Life

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Elena Rodriguez
Student Ambassador

The Broke Student Myth

Being a student doesn't mean you have to be broke. It just means you have to be smart. Every dollar saved is a dollar you don't have to borrow.

Campus Essentials

SparkWallet works at major chains found on and around campuses. Starbucks for studying, Chipotle for fuel, Target for dorm supplies. Getting 5% back on these essentials is a no-brainer.

Building Good Habits Early

Start your financial life on the right foot. establishing a habit of rewards-based spending now will pay dividends for decades after you graduate.