Survey: College students are savvy shoppers
December 9, 2011
A recent survey conducted by leading social education platform Chegg.com reveals that college students are under major financial pressure and are always looking for a good deal.
The poll found that students spend an average of $500 each month on items such as food, clothing, gas, travel, entertainment and personal care.
In addition, many students said they are worried about the economy and how it will affect their job search. While most students surveyed said they are prepared to enter a difficult job market, 86 percent hope the economy will turn around before they graduate.
Titled, "Under the Cover with College Students," the survey also found that there is no longer a single definition for what a traditional college student is. In fact, 57 percent said they are working at least part time to make ends meet while in college.
"There is no prototypical college student today - as examples, one third live at home and 15 percent are married, but one thing is consistent - they are savvy shoppers," said Chegg.com's Elizabeth Harz.
Single mothers as well as those who are married can help to finance their college education with single mother scholarships, grants for parents and other financial aid.
