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Going to university isn't exactly cheap; fact of the matter is, it's become extremely expensive. A degree is certainly a necessity in today's competitive market place, however, at times it can seem prohibitively expensive. Most students look to banks and loan companies to fund their educations; however, despite the many obstacles that seem to be in the way of getting that degree, securing the funds necessary isn't as hard as it may appear.

Getting the necessary cash to get a degree can seem daunting; it's usually the top priority for new students who've already got through all the hoops of applying and getting accepted. Some students may even opt not to go the university route because they simply cannot afford it. They decide instead to enter the job market and try their luck without a degree. Being a full time student, it's hard to actually save money; what one earns, one tends to spend on rent and living.

The stereotype of the poor student just scraping by is actually not so far from reality. The majority of students, except for a lucky few, don't actually live lives of luxury. In fact, most students have to give up a fair amount of luxuries they may have grown accustomed to while living under their parents' roofs. Meals at restaurants, new pairs of shoes and clothes, going to the movies-such indulgences become far less frequent. As a student, you usually can't spare the extra cash to go out all the time.

It is, therefore, vital that you learn how to manage your money; it's good to start young. When you're a student you can still rely on your network of family, friends and the university to help you figure everything out, which makes it an ideal time to get a hold of your financial situation. The experience you get from learning how to budget will come in handy later in life. It's best to start out earlier rather than later.

Living on lesser means can be difficult. No one said it was going to be easy. It does take a fair amount of self control and you do have to be prepared to make sacrifices. Learning how to make sound and smart financial choices can take some getting used to, but you will learn. More people in the world have to live on much more paltry incomes and if they make it work, so you can do so too.

The first thing you should do is grab your calculator and a sheet of paper. Start making numbers. Decide what your priorities are and decide what you can do without. You should put rent and living expenses at the top of your list. Don't forget to add in books and other school supplies that you'll need to buy for your classes.

Start figuring out a budget as soon as possible. Don't dally. The more time you waste, the less time you'll have later to get everything in order and it will be harder to do. Don't wait until you're actually in trouble to try to get things in order.

Most universities offer free financial planning sessions and workshops. Your bank will probably offer cost-free financial counseling as well. Sign up and pay attention. Learn about how to plan responsibly and how to stick to a budget.

Beware of credit cards. They may be able to get you out of a jam, but don't rely on them. While they great for establishing credit and for setting up certain kinds of payment, it's very easy to get into debt and that's the last place you want to be. Remember to think before you make any unnecessary purchases.