One of the first student tips we offer is our post about college students and insurance. We also have a grab-bag of useful tools, advice, and college prep resources — a mini college survival reference guide. We cover everything from safety & security to dorm room advice, with tips from experts. Plus, we offer a variety of links to advice for how to eat healthy while in college, including recipes.
Safety & security
Campus and dorm fire safety tips
9 Ways to Stay Safe on Your College Campus
General college survival advice
Using College Checklists to Plan and Organize Move-in Weekend
What to Bring for Campus Living and How to Pack in 3 Easy Steps
List of Items Not to Bring to College: Dorm Room Contraband
36 Life Hacks Every College Student Should Know
First year tips
25 Tips to Help You Survive Your Freshman Year (PDF)
10 Tips To Survive Your First Year Of College
42 College Tips I Learned Freshman Year
Healthy dining in the dorms
22 Healthy College Recipes You Can Make in Your Dorm Room
27 Ways To Eat Like An Adult In College
24 Easy Dorm Snacks for When You Want to Eat Healthier
10 Easy Ways to Eat Healthy in College (It’s Possible, We Promise!)