Missouri State University

Skip to content Skip to navigation
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z

MSU Real L.I.F.E.

Literacy In Financing your Education

8 Cheap Dates in Springfield

February 11, 2015 by Tai Thrasher

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you could say love is in the air here at Missouri State. People have no problem spending generous amounts of time and money planning out the perfect date for their sweetheart on Valentines Day. Rightly so, as it is the one day out of the year designated to showing your love and affection. What about every other day of the year … [Read more...] about 8 Cheap Dates in Springfield

Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving and Investing

Ways to Save Money On Fashion

November 20, 2014 by Lydia Walters

  A lot of times when I walk into a store, I have no intention of buying anything. But then the sweater in the display window calls to me. I convince myself I need the sweater…and suddenly I’m fifty dollars short.   Reality check: I don’t need the sweater. Here’s the solution: we want to be unique and affordable, right? Look no further. Here are a … [Read more...] about Ways to Save Money On Fashion

Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving and Investing, Uncategorized Tagged With: College, Fun, Saving, Students

How to lower your food costs

October 7, 2014 by Brett Heman

We would all like to save a little bit of cash every month. Luckily, with a little planning, you can keep you budget under control without sacrificing taste and nutrition. Say good bye to Ramen noodles because the following tips can help any college student streamline their monthly grocery bill!  1. Plan Your Meals One of the best ways to avoid constantly resorting to … [Read more...] about How to lower your food costs

Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving and Investing, Uncategorized

6 Starbucks hacks that will save you money!

September 18, 2014 by Brett Heman

Below are six ways you can save on your next Starbucks run!   1. Get Creative Don't limit yourself to the standard drinks. There are plenty of options that are well under $4, such as iced coffee. If you think that spending less means boring drinks, think again. Check out some the most creative Starbucks mystery menu concoctions under $3. And if you must go the … [Read more...] about 6 Starbucks hacks that will save you money!

Filed Under: Saving and Investing, Uncategorized

How To Save For Summer Vacation!

March 28, 2014 by Brett Heman

Summer is swiftly approaching, and after spring break you might be concerned about how your funds look. Here are some ways you can start saving money for summer vacation now: No more big spending – You’ve already had a blast on spring break so put the debit card or credit card to rest. I’m not saying don’t have any fun, but really think about purchases long term before … [Read more...] about How To Save For Summer Vacation!

Filed Under: Budgeting, Peer Financial Counselor, Questions Answered, Saving and Investing, Uncategorized

« Previous Page
Next Page »

Subscribe via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Categories

  • About Us
  • Budgeting
  • Credit and Debt
  • Financial Aid
  • Peer Financial Counselor
  • Questions Answered
  • Saving and Investing
  • Student Loans
  • Uncategorized

Meta

  • Log in
  • Entries feed
  • Comments feed
  • WordPress.org
Make your Missouri statementMake your Missouri statement
  • Last Modified: August 6, 2015
  • Accessibility
  • Disclaimer
  • Disclosures
  • EO/AA/M/F/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
  • © 2013 Board of Governors, Missouri State University
  • Contact Information