Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Financial Advice for UK Students

The time that you spend in the college and all that you learn is worth borrowing money. But as you step out of your college you have to arrange for the loan repayment installments. Here are some tips which you can use to arrange for the tuition fees and for some finances in case your debt situation goes out of control.

Search out for the scholarships
There are different types of scholarship programs at the district and state level. Find out about such programs. The best thing about such scholarships is that they don't expect you to be a topper but they ask you to have a particular grade which proves that you are a good student.

Search for the colleges charging less tuition fees
Shop around. Search for the college that respects your grade. Find out the college that treats you as a special student. Such colleges offer a discount in the tuition fees for their special students. Choose a college where you find yourself in the top ten students. With such rank you can bargain for your tuition fees.

Take admission in a local college
Choose a local college, stay with your parents and save on the expenses. But think before you make this move. Because then you will be missing the student life and social activities in the school campus.

What about a part time job
List down your interest and hobby and take it up as your part time carrier. If you are good at computers then go ahead and find out what you can do with all the knowledge you have. You can also take up tuitions, mow the garden, work as a mechanic in a garage or take up baby sitting.

A part time job not only earns you some extra pocket money but it also improves your skills. Just analyze what you can do. What skills you have. Find out your strength and weaknesses and search the job accordingly. Who know your part time job may end up as a full time carrier in future.

Think before you apply for the loan
Loan in such times of recession and turmoil should not be the obvious choice. But if you are still determined then apply for the government loans designed for the students.

If you do not qualify for such loans then shop around and compare the quotes of different private lenders before you make a choice. Understand the terms and conditions and clear all your doubts.

Apply for tax return
If you are in a part time job then don't forget to apply for the returns. Take some leave and visit the officials for the details. If possible take the advice from an expert in the field. Start with the process about two to three month before the date of filing the return application.

Avoid using credit cards and pay your debt amount on time so that you keep up with your credit scores.

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