New York City Student Life – How to make Living in the Big City Easier May 6, 2014

New York is an amazing city where culture, entertainment, business and education meet to offer one of the best living standards in the world. In such a busy and diverse environment the most valuable commodity is time. With so many job, school, and entertainment opportunities, having enough time to do them all is a real balancing act. So to save your precious time and give you some great tips when it comes to living efficiently in the big city, we have put together this list.

Know Where To Find Free Wi-Fi

While a high speed internet connection is practically essential in the world we live in today, knowing where a good free Wi-Fi hotspot is located can make a huge impact on your life. In case of a power shortage or internet connection problems at home, knowledge of a hotspot can make the difference between an on-time delivered homework or project and a failed class.

Never Pay Full Price For Tickets To Museums

Most museums in New York have events or weekends where donation based admission will allow you to visit them for free. Certain banks also offer free entry to certain museums or theatres if you get their card. As a student there are a large number of discounts or free admission opportunities throughout the city. To find out more about these offers check out the flyers offered near New York University.

Learn How To Efficiently Redecorate

Living in New York as a student probably means that you are living in a small apartment. If it helps you to pay a smaller rent you shouldn’t hesitate to get a tiny studio or apartment especially considering the new design ideas and technology that allows you to make the most out of your small space. There are many online resources where you can find inspiration, however, consider ceiling to floor shelves, a camouflaged bed, and vertical storage, maybe even a mezzanine solution if your apartment or studio allows it.

When You Go For A Drink, Buy A Bottle

Once in New York it is inevitable to go out for a drink or two with your classmates, roommates or new friends. To save money make sure you always order bottles, especially if you go out in a large group. For example a bottle of whiskey will end up costing a little under what you would pay for two average mixed drinks. This method is particularly effective if you go out with two or more friends. Or even better BYOB ‘Bring your own bottle’ if you are dining out, as many restaurants in the city offer this service, with a small corking fee attached.

Schedule Your Shopping and Avoid Browsing In The Meantime

New York City has one of the largest offers of goods in the world, making any shopping trip as delightful as it is stressful. To make sure you don’t waste too much time or money when you go shopping try to plan large shopping trips once a month or weekly, depending on your schedule. In the meantime try to avoid window shopping or browsing excessively as you will certainly end up making at least a small purchase. Also try to go shopping during times when there are large sales or discount offers.