As the costs of higher education continue to spiral higher, it’s more crucial than ever to limit living expenses while in school. But living well on a student income doesn’t mean subsisting on ramen or living in a sketchy efficiency apartment–it’s about making smart choices about the goods and services you buy. This book is a unique insider’s guide to handling day-to-day life as a student. David Santschi draws on more than a decade of experience living as a student to offer advice on everything from housing to food to transportation to health care. Whether you’re a freshman just arriving on campus or a doctoral candidate polishing your dissertation, this book gives you the practical advice you need to live a full life on a limited income. The lower your living expenses while in school, the less money you’ll need to spend and borrow, and the better off you’ll be financially when you graduate.