There’s so much more to being a student at university than just sitting in lectures and getting a degree. It’s a time to learn about life, yourself, and the world around you. It’s a time to try new things, meet new people, and make great memories.    Despite what many of us might think, students statistically have one of the highest rates of disposable income in the country, giving them the ability to pay for great nights out, wild holidays, and new hobbies.    Unfortunately though, we’re not all that lucky, and many students are left without much spare cash. If this is you, don’t worry, you can still get much of the same great experience on a budget, it just may take a little bit of extra work.   ________________________________________________________________________________________ Hunt for Discounts ________________________________________________________________________________________ Most businesses in university cities are desperate for student money. Leisure businesses like bars and restaurants, in particular, derive a lot of their mid-week revenue from students and advertise discounts to them aggressively.    You can also find plenty of non-student specific promotions to take advantage of, including Meerkat Movies, the Boots Advantage program, and the myriad of bonuses offered by online casinos. If you were going to spend money on these products or services anyway, then you can save a lot of money this way.   ________________________________________________________________________________________ Sell Your Old Stuff ________________________________________________________________________________________ Many students love shopping, especially for new threads. The first thing you should know here is that you shouldn’t feel pressured to buy new clothes just because other people are, but if you love the feeling of strutting down the street in a new outfit, then fill your boots.    In addition to finding discounts to reduce how much you spend, why not sell all the old clothes you’re not going to wear anymore. You can do this through sites like eBay, through the Facebook marketplace, or apps like Shpock.  ________________________________________________________________________________________ Find Ways to Earn Extra Cash ________________________________________________________________________________________ You may have a part-time job on the side of your studies to help pay the bills, but sometimes, you may want to bring in a bit more cash to pay for all the things you have planned.    Thankfully, there are many ways to make a bit of extra cash on the side completely legally. The Money Saving Expert website has a list of more than 60 different ways you can do it, from switching bank accounts to working as an exam invigilator. Don’t expect to get rich quick, but you can top up your earnings with these tricks.