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Smart Ways to Use Your Graduation Money
Put your graduation party money to good use and pay off student debt.

The 5 Key Components of Financial Literacy
The sooner you master these financial concepts, the better.

5 Ways Students Can Save Money in College
Learn how you can easily save money in college with these tips.

30 Easy Ways to Save Money This Semester
There are easy ways to scrimp and save on just about everything.

How to Survive on a Student Budget
With a few tips and tricks, budgeting can become second nature.

Budget Savvy Back to School Shopping
Learn how to shop smarter so you can save on all your back-to-school shopping!

8 Smarter Ways to Pay for School
There are smarter ways to pay for school than piling on student loan debt!

Top 15 Best Value Colleges of 2016
Are some colleges better investments than others?

Top 10 Colleges with the Most Expensive Room & Board
Out of nearly 1,100 ranked colleges that reported room and board costs for the 2013-2014 school year, some schools far surpassed the average rates, making U.S. News and World Report’s most expensive list.

You Have Student Loan Debt - Now What?
Education is key when dealing with student loan debt. The more you know the better you will be able to handle your repayment obligations.

Major Retailers Holiday Return Policies to Know
Wrong size, wrong color or just plain ugly? While you're probably feeling thankful for gifts you've received this holiday season, you can also feel thankful for the option to return them ...

Entertaining for the Holidays on a Budget
Sometimes, the family you have isn’t just related to you by blood. Rather, your idea of family extends to the friends you’ve made at school. The holiday months, therefore, not only ...

Top 10 New Year's Resolutions for 2011
Fastweb isn't just counting down to the New Year--we're counting down the top 10 New Year's resolutions on college campuses for 2011. Did your resolution make the list? 10. Become Better ...

Students and Legislators Fight Against Textbook Costs
For students, it’s not uncommon to feel like they’re getting hit from all sides, and when it comes to paying for college, the feeling may hold some truth. Besides the obvious ...

How to File your Federal Income Tax Return for Free
Many college students file federal income tax returns on their own for the first time in college. This can be a little intimidating, but it doesn't need to be. After all, ...

Community Living Can Save You Cash
When you’re on campus-- and on a budget-- community living is the way to go. When you share with your neighbors, you all benefit. You can get everything from cheap meals, ...

Don't Pay for Textbooks: Organize a Book Swap
Tired of giving all your cash to the campus bookstore? Angry about the high prices they charge for even used books? Well, you and your friends don’t have to take it ...

Organize an Auction or Raffle-- and Make Some Extra Cash
Tough times call for tough measures. If you don’t have time to get a part-time job, but need some extra cash, here’s an idea—conduct your own auction or raffle. First things ...

Money Tips Students Wish They'd Known
Fastwebbers share their advice on money management and savings.

Tax 101: The Basics of Filing for the First Time
Taxes aren't as intimidating as you think, especially the first time around.