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Post by Victim ~*of *~Circumstances on Jan 5, 2010 0:27:24 GMT -5
With school over in 6 months time I've been anxious about college coming closer. So, seeing as school never teaches the stuff you really need to know for your FIRST TIME living alone I decided some advice would be rather appreciated. You see, I've never lived in the U.S so is there anything you wished you knew about living on your own there, from the start? Also, I know this is a random question but how much is a large box of tea in California super markets? ~*~*~**~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~**~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~**~*~~* Ok so as of now we have: 1.) Don't be stupid (no flashin' unmentionables you're ashamed of etc.)2.) KEEP THEM QUARTERS HANDY!=D3.) Buy good will and save 4.) Try to get books second hand or bargains online 5.) Get in the habit of being tidy 6.) SLEEP.....while you still can.... 7.) Keep all your papers together, even those needless handouts....those requirements are EVIL!
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Splendi
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Post by Splendi on Jan 5, 2010 0:38:15 GMT -5
California tea is inexpensive.. I buy in bulk. Which college are you headed too?
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Post by Victim ~*of *~Circumstances on Jan 5, 2010 0:50:11 GMT -5
My best bet as of this moment is UC San Diego. Hmm good to know that it's not very expensive...my dad said it was $10 in which case I gasped as tea here (Singapore) is only $5 a box (200 bags)
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Post by Gran Gran on Jan 5, 2010 2:01:19 GMT -5
LOL, Tea..... Once you settle in you'll find the best places to shop. There are options (then again I live on the other side of the continent, in Cheapsville.) save your quarters for the laundromat, watch your drinks in public spaces, Don't air anything you don't want your Mom and Dad to see, same goes from online stuff (but you knew that) go to bed early so you don't flunk in class, and other than that, party hardy Maybe you get lucky and run into some DH peeps..
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Post by Victim ~*of *~Circumstances on Jan 5, 2010 6:55:58 GMT -5
I've just had the best news ever! My Dad has given me the go ahead to choose between ITT and the Art Institute of California! Oh my goodness I hope I get accepted what with my drawing skills only par with American comics like those 90's Batman issues I see in stores....
Quarters for the laundromat....I'd forgotten about laundromats....lol thanks Gran Gran! Does anyone happen to know what the rent (small apartment) is like in San Diego?^_^
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Post by Gran Gran on Jan 5, 2010 7:04:04 GMT -5
I am sure you can find out over the internet. I hear it's pretty high (for my Cheapsville standards) As foreign student you might get first dips on dorms there. You can ask administration.
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Mari
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Post by Mari on Jan 5, 2010 10:36:22 GMT -5
When buying couches, chairs, beds, etc. Buy good will stuff, cheap stuff, because once you get your degree, you can save up for the nice stuff When buying books, buy used books, and sell them back, saves money. Rent depends on where you live. I don't live in California, I'm sure it's more expensive than the places I lived. It depends on where you are staying. If you're near campus in a college town, it'll be cheaper.
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Post by Gran Gran on Jan 5, 2010 12:40:59 GMT -5
Yes, look for thrift stores/ second hand places. You can find great stuff and once you are done with it, either toss it in the dump or give it back to them.
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Mari
Sokka
I Love Psychology
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Post by Mari on Jan 5, 2010 19:16:20 GMT -5
^ Right! That's what we're doing for our apartment
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Solvabibble
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Post by Solvabibble on Jan 6, 2010 0:10:53 GMT -5
Like Mari said, buy used books and sell them back. However, your best bet is to sell them to another student or place an ad on Facebook Marketplace or something like that. If you sell it back to the bookstore, then you'll get way less back than what you paid for it. Like, for a $100 book you might get back $25 or even better, only $1. If you don't already, get in the habit of cleaning up after yourself. It's sad how many of us college students are too lazy to wash dishes, sweep/mop, and take out the trash. Most importantly, have fun and meet lots of new people! College is about growing as a person and expanding your horizons. Don't be afraid to step out of the box every now and then. ...and always have a designated driver.
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Post by nymphadora on Jan 6, 2010 0:15:46 GMT -5
I'll be starting next year too, but on the other coast of America. It's exciting to have a new start at almost everything. The application process is pretty much over, so now it's just wait and see!
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Post by Victim ~*of *~Circumstances on Jan 6, 2010 1:15:25 GMT -5
^Actually I still have senior year next year but it's never too early to start thinking about this stuff.^_^
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Post by ILZ on Jan 6, 2010 1:45:18 GMT -5
I'm still in high school, but I've been taking several college classes and one of the things that I've found helpful is buying books online at Amazon, I got a hardback math book for around $5. The university where I'm taking classes had very few used books so I was glad that someone recommended this since one of my classes had four required books.
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Post by Victim ~*of *~Circumstances on Jan 6, 2010 3:50:54 GMT -5
Decided to make the first post a compilation, so far we got five tips.^_^
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Grandi
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Post by Grandi on Jan 7, 2010 23:48:08 GMT -5
Drink a lot, do some drugs, have fun.
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