The spring semester is about to begin and so are the expenses that it brings. Don’t fret, there are still ways you can save extra money. Whether you are already on a tight budget, or you are saving up for spring break, start now. So how can you save? You’ve heard the basics like brewing your own coffee and eating at home more often. There are also two magic words that can help you save big with little effort – they are STUDENT DISCOUNT. That’s right, simply take advantage of your student status. Here’s how it works.

Use your Student Discount this Semester

Your expenses for heading back to class can be steep. It’s important to know that many of the software, robotics, hardware, and electronics products you need for your classes are available at special educational pricing rates. You can qualify for this using your student identification and save up to 90% off retail prices. Studica specializes in offering these products to students, teachers, and schools. Check out these Back-to-Class deals!

So why does this work? Many companies really want students to use their software. One of the reasons is to make it easier for companies who use their software to find qualified candidates. It is also a great resume builder for you to have skills in industry standard software such as Toon Boom Animation, National Instruments, Babbel Language Learning, Avid, Final Draft, Chaos Group (the makers of V-Ray), Unity Pro, IBM SPSS, and SOLIDWORKS. You can also save on pen and digital drawing tablets from Wacom and Artisul. Companies like 3DConnexion and Pantone also offer student discounts.

Keep your Student ID Handy and Save

A huge benefit of being in school is your student discount. Yes, you can use it for the supplies you need for school, but student discounts are available almost anywhere. Many restaurants, cinemas, theatres, and stores offer student discounts. Keep your student ID handy and don’t be afraid to ask “Do you offer student discounts?”. You can save a ton of extra cash this way over the course of your education. You can also sign up for Studica’s monthly email for exclusive coupon codes, deals and more. (Currently, this is only available in the USA and Canada.)