- If you are not sure what your major is going to be, do an Associate's in General Studies first. You could do this at a Community College - you should check the list of schools your credits will transfer to first.

- Take CLEP or DANTE (for military students) exams. Basically, they test your knowledge of a subject and if you get enough questions right on the test, you get the credits for the class. There are different versions, so it is a good idea to talk to the school counselor to make sure you are taking the right test.

- Textbooks are a major expense in college, so do your homework beforehand. Right after you sign up for classes, call up your bookstore and ask them what the books you need are. Then try
- Rentabook.com or Amazon or Half.com
- For novels, try the library
Some books can be used for two classes in a row. Look that up as well.
- Some schools buy your books back, others have a trade your books with other students thing. Check what your school offers.

- If you take more classes, by taking condensed and weekend classes and online classes - you may not have a social life. you may graduate early and save a bit on housing though.

- Go to Safeway and buy Snacks. If you looked at the amount you spend every month on just convenience you would be shocked. So, try getting your favorites in bulk and save.