Alison is a recent college graduate passionate about storytelling and content creation. She writes for BookScouter, considering it both a pleasure and a soul-fulfilling hobby. When not writing, she enjoys traveling, reading fiction, stretching, playing piano, and relaxing with her cat, Cupcake.
Leaving your beloved pet behind when heading off to college can be ruff – literally! For many students, pets provide comfort, stress relief, and a touch of home in an unfamiliar place. What if we told you there are colleges that welcome your furry (or scaly, or feathery) friends right into campus housing?
Dogs, cats, ducks, lizards…a growing number of schools are embracing pet-friendly policies to help students feel more at home.
College life isn’t cheap—between textbooks, late-night pizza runs, and rising tuition, your bank account takes a hit fast. So we went straight to the source: Reddit. We scrolled through real discussions, sifted through hundreds of comments, and pulled together 19 of the most upvoted, creative, and student-tested ways on how to make money as a college student in 2025. These side hustles come from fellow students who’ve figured out how to juggle class, cash, and chaos—and live to tell about it.
College is about learning, growing… and budgeting like a pro. Between tuition, rent, and $7 lattes that feel like a necessity, the last thing any student wants is to drop $300 on a single textbook they’ll barely open after midterms.
But here’s the truth: you don’t have to buy your books at full price — or from the campus store. There are dozens of websites where you can find the same textbooks for way less — new, used, digital, or even rental. You just need to know where to look. If you prefer renting your textbooks, take a look at our guide to the best places to rent textbooks and discover how to cut costs even further.
College Board reports that the average student at a four-year university spends over $1,200 a year on textbooks and course materials. That’s more than enough for a round-trip flight to Europe or a semester’s worth of groceries. To understand the factors contributing to high textbook prices, you can read our article: Why Are Textbooks So Expensive?. But there’s good news: you don’t have to buy every textbook brand new.
You know that feeling when you finish an amazing book and just… stare into space for a few minutes? Like your brain is still in the story, but your hands need to do something about it? That’s where reading journals come in.
Whether you want to fangirl over fictional crushes, track your 47th reread of Colleen Hoover’s bestseller, or just make peace with the fact that your TBR is growing faster than your bank account allows—there are many reading journal ideas for that.
Let’s be real—college life can feel like a whirlwind of classes, assignments, social events, and late-night study sessions. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos and lose track of what you actually want to achieve. That’s where a college vision board comes in.
Think of it as your personal hype wall—a space filled with your goals, dreams, and the motivation you need to push through even the toughest semesters. And thanks to TikTok, we’ve got tons of creative, aesthetic, and super effective ways to make your college vision board that actually works.
“Did you do the reading?” Probably not. “I’ll start the assignment early this time.” Definitely a lie. “Is this on the test?” A classic.
But guess what? You made it! Graduation day is finally here—the moment you’ve worked so hard for! The late-night study sessions, endless coffee runs, and group projects (some more chaotic than others) have all led to this. Whether you’re tossing your cap in the air, striking a power pose in front of your university sign, or sharing a laugh with your best friends, your graduation pictures should capture more than just a diploma—they should tell your story.
You survived the all-nighters, the caffeine-fueled breakdowns, and that one group project where you did all the work. Now, it’s time for the grand finale—graduation! And what better way to celebrate than by decking out your grad cap with a design that screams YOU?
It doesn’t really matter if you’re going for sentimental, hilarious, or straight-up fabulous—your grad cap is your final creative mic drop before heading into the real world. Bonus: a personalized cap also makes your college graduation pictures totally unforgettable.
Are you a book lover itching to hang out with your kind of people? 2025 is packed with book conventions and festivals that are so much more than just places to grab a new read. These are your chance to meet the authors behind your favorite stories, dive into the art of storytelling, and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of literature.
Mysteries, fantasy, romance, kids’ books—whatever makes you flip pages until midnight, there’s an event with your name on it. We’ve pulled together 17 must-attend book events happening across the country.
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