10 Things That Are Cheaper In School Than In Real Life

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1. Food, glorious food.

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Outside of cheap noodle cups and school-issued food credits, you're bound to run into some free pizza during dorm-sponsored activities.

2. Dating.

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Remember when all you had to do was invite the girl from class to a party at your house? And then when she said yes, you had to frantically organize an impromptu party? Not anymore! The real world requires you to fancy it up a bit.

3. Seeing the doctor.

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"Student Health Center" is so much nicer than “enormous hospital bill.”

4. Expanding your wardrobe.

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An expanded closet, courtesy of your friendly credit card provider.

5. Computer programs for your personal laptop.

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With all the student discounts, upgrading your software was never more affordable.

6. A night out at the bars.

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College nights are commonplace at the local drinking spots around campus... as long as you're the appropriate legal age to enjoy something like that.

7. Internet.

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Free or discounted internet to help you catch up with your favorite shows on Netflix…oh, and study.

8. Transportation across town.

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With the cost of taxi cabs being in the millions, college students have the luxury of getting around without needing to spend all that beer— errrrm, textbook money

9. Housing.

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With dorm rooms and shared apartments, students have lots of cheap options when it comes to their living situations. If all else fails, you could always join a fraternity and live there. *SHUDDERS*

10. Counseling.

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Professional career coaching and life advice… for free.