Having a budget will put your mind at ease about your finances and allow you to take control of your money instead of letting it take control of you. Follow the procedures in General Money Management Principles . Be sure to figure in all of your income and expenses, and be honest with yourself. It doesn't work to have a budget that is unrealistic for your lifestyle or leaves out expenses that you really have. College life can be expensive, but it also offers many opportunities for saving money.
Coupons can be especially useful when it comes to eating out.
Restaurants in college towns often offer great savings in coupon books distributed on campus. Also, buy your textbooks used, borrow books or check them out at the library if possible. If you get them on the right nights you can usually rent movies for around a dollar each. Turn economizing into a personal challenge and see how much money you can save yourself. Take advantage of the free and cheap activities on and around campus.