As a college student, you don’t really know when you’re going to need some extra help for any problem you may encounter during college and time is obviously something you don’t have. Certainly nobody wants to spend hours on search engines to find a quick solution, right?
I’ve compiled this list with the hopes you can always refer back to it should you be in need of anything coming from online websites: calculators, resources pages, discounts, homework help, textbooks, study tips, classroom tools, internships and just about every help you can get from the internet. This is an attempt to create the most complete list around the web.
101. HiTask
What is it
Easy-to-use task management app.
Easy-to-use task management app.
How is it useful
When you have a dozen assignments and tasks to complete, you can easily keep track of all of them with HiTask and organize them by project and even share them or assign it to your team members. Can become quite handy for final year projects where there’s a lot of work to do between team members. You can drag and drop reminders or tasks to your team members
When you have a dozen assignments and tasks to complete, you can easily keep track of all of them with HiTask and organize them by project and even share them or assign it to your team members. Can become quite handy for final year projects where there’s a lot of work to do between team members. You can drag and drop reminders or tasks to your team members
Pros&Cons
Drag and drop functionality. Synchronizes with your mobile devices and Google Calendar. Users get notifications when they have been assigned a task or need to complete a task. Only the personal account is free. Better than Google Calendar for group tasks.
Drag and drop functionality. Synchronizes with your mobile devices and Google Calendar. Users get notifications when they have been assigned a task or need to complete a task. Only the personal account is free. Better than Google Calendar for group tasks.
Cost
Paid.
Paid.
102. Pocket
What is it
A web app to organize and save any resources you’ve found online for your topic.
A web app to organize and save any resources you’ve found online for your topic.
How is it useful
Keeping track of every website we find interesting for your studies or your research papers can be troublesome and there are times we lose a few gems we may have found and unable to find again. With pocket, you can safely stored them and organize them into folders to check them out later.
Keeping track of every website we find interesting for your studies or your research papers can be troublesome and there are times we lose a few gems we may have found and unable to find again. With pocket, you can safely stored them and organize them into folders to check them out later.
Pros&Cons
Your saved articles or resources are accessible from any device. Wide support among browsers, you don’t need to bookmark on each separately. Not only does it save text but videos too. Unlike regular bookmarking , the app will give it a tag to make sure you can recognize it later.
Your saved articles or resources are accessible from any device. Wide support among browsers, you don’t need to bookmark on each separately. Not only does it save text but videos too. Unlike regular bookmarking , the app will give it a tag to make sure you can recognize it later.
Cost
Free
Free
103. Todoist
What is itAn online task manager.
How is it useful
Keep track of the thousands of tasks you have to do for the week, month or semester. Unlike HiTask, this is a free app.
Keep track of the thousands of tasks you have to do for the week, month or semester. Unlike HiTask, this is a free app.
Pros&Cons
More specialized for task management. Tasks can be broken down in sub-tasks and labeled. They can be filtered by their priority,data and labels. More features require a paid subscription.
More specialized for task management. Tasks can be broken down in sub-tasks and labeled. They can be filtered by their priority,data and labels. More features require a paid subscription.
Cost
Free.
Free.
104. Schooltraq
What is it
An online academic planner for students
An online academic planner for students
How is it usefulKeeping track of every project and assignment can become quite difficult during a very busy semester, especially if you are taking 4 or 5 classes. There’s always an assignment that will slip up and hurt your final grade. Unlike other apps for task management, SchoolTraq is especially designed with students in mind and will make sure no assignment is left behind.
Pros&Cons
Easy to Use. Includes a Calendar. Not useful for collaborative work.
Easy to Use. Includes a Calendar. Not useful for collaborative work.
Cost
Free.
Free.
Study Groups
105. OneDrive
What is it
An online service to share and save files online.
An online service to share and save files online.
How is it useful
Having a storage device online for an study group is crucial. That way each of you can keep working on the same files and projects without having to send each other your progress back and forth. One drive will allow you to use Office Programs such as Word, Powerpoint to continue working on your project from anywhere and any time.
Having a storage device online for an study group is crucial. That way each of you can keep working on the same files and projects without having to send each other your progress back and forth. One drive will allow you to use Office Programs such as Word, Powerpoint to continue working on your project from anywhere and any time.
Pros&Cons
Can be accessed from any mobile device. Shareable between group members. 5GB Free Space Storage.
Can be accessed from any mobile device. Shareable between group members. 5GB Free Space Storage.
Cost
Free up to 5GB.
Free up to 5GB.
How is it useful
This site will make communication with your group members far more productive and easier to deal with. You can constantly message each other and share files within it. Discussions and messages between group members are stored and can be accessed later. You can also search within conversations and files stored on the app. Group members get notifications on any update from mobile and computer devices.
This site will make communication with your group members far more productive and easier to deal with. You can constantly message each other and share files within it. Discussions and messages between group members are stored and can be accessed later. You can also search within conversations and files stored on the app. Group members get notifications on any update from mobile and computer devices.
Pros&Cons
Best for group communication. Has no task management features. Can be synched with your computer and mobile devices.
Best for group communication. Has no task management features. Can be synched with your computer and mobile devices.
Cost
Free
Free
Online Learning
107. Instructables
What is it
A site with videos and tutorials to make and do pretty much everything.
A site with videos and tutorials to make and do pretty much everything.
How is it useful
You’ll find tutorials ranging from the most ridiculous inventions to the most complex projects. You can use their tutorials to finish a part of your project, get some inspiration or simply have some fun.
You’ll find tutorials ranging from the most ridiculous inventions to the most complex projects. You can use their tutorials to finish a part of your project, get some inspiration or simply have some fun.
Pros&Cons
Includes Forums where users can help each other. There are instructions from the vary basic to the most complex. Not safe for the young.
Includes Forums where users can help each other. There are instructions from the vary basic to the most complex. Not safe for the young.
Cost
Free
Free
108. WikiHow
What is it
An online wiki-site with how-to guides.
An online wiki-site with how-to guides.
How is it useful
If you like to read instructions with pictures , wikisite offers you with instructions for just about anything you may need to learn during college. From “How to effectively study in groups”, “How to learn the basics of excel”, “How to Build a Circuit” to “How to do your taxes”. Don’t expect to find tutorials and courses for your classes but rather guides on how to deal with them. Ex: “How to have a
If you like to read instructions with pictures , wikisite offers you with instructions for just about anything you may need to learn during college. From “How to effectively study in groups”, “How to learn the basics of excel”, “How to Build a Circuit” to “How to do your taxes”. Don’t expect to find tutorials and courses for your classes but rather guides on how to deal with them. Ex: “How to have a
Pros&Cons
Accurate and comprehensive. Short and straight to the point instrutions. Easy to follow and understand. Full of information for both useful and useless topics.
Accurate and comprehensive. Short and straight to the point instrutions. Easy to follow and understand. Full of information for both useful and useless topics.
Cost
Free.
Free.
109. Khan Academy
What is it
An education website where you can find resources to learn just about anything.
An education website where you can find resources to learn just about anything.
How is it useful
If you didn’t pay attention during class or you are interested in learning a new subject, Khan academy has more than 2000 videos for you to catch up and learn. Videos range from a wide variety of subjects from the Art&Humanities to Math and Science.Extremely useful when trying to supplement what you’ve already learned.
If you didn’t pay attention during class or you are interested in learning a new subject, Khan academy has more than 2000 videos for you to catch up and learn. Videos range from a wide variety of subjects from the Art&Humanities to Math and Science.Extremely useful when trying to supplement what you’ve already learned.
Pros&Cons
Wide variety of Subjects. A lot of practice questions to work on. Not useful to replace your coursework and professors entirely.
Wide variety of Subjects. A lot of practice questions to work on. Not useful to replace your coursework and professors entirely.
110. Coursera
What is it
An web service that provides complete courses for a wide variety of topics.
An web service that provides complete courses for a wide variety of topics.
How is it useful
This website has the potential to replace a few of your classes. Their videos and courses will provide you with a syllabus, course format, recommended background and materials just like a regular class. You can learn at your own pace and you can opt to receive a certification for a completed course.
This website has the potential to replace a few of your classes. Their videos and courses will provide you with a syllabus, course format, recommended background and materials just like a regular class. You can learn at your own pace and you can opt to receive a certification for a completed course.
Pros&Cons
Provides certifications. Useful to reinforce the material you’re learning. Interesting and very specific topics. Professors and instructors come from reputable institutions. Not all courses are free.
Provides certifications. Useful to reinforce the material you’re learning. Interesting and very specific topics. Professors and instructors come from reputable institutions. Not all courses are free.
Cost
Free for some courses.
Free for some courses.
111. W3 Schools
What is it
An free learning website to teach you everything there is to know about web design.
An free learning website to teach you everything there is to know about web design.
How is it useful
If you’ve ever been interested on how to make your own website, blog or you are a student enrolled in a web design class. There’s no better place to find an answer and tutorial for every question and topic you may come across.
If you’ve ever been interested on how to make your own website, blog or you are a student enrolled in a web design class. There’s no better place to find an answer and tutorial for every question and topic you may come across.
Pros&Cons
Very easy to understand tutorials especially for beginners. A lot of examples for every tutorial. Provides you with Quizzes and certifications.
Very easy to understand tutorials especially for beginners. A lot of examples for every tutorial. Provides you with Quizzes and certifications.
Cost
Free.
Free.
112. TedEd
What is it
A website full of education videos on just about any topic you can think of.
A website full of education videos on just about any topic you can think of.
How is it useful
Unlike TedTalk, Ted-Ed is full of educational videos only. You can find lectures on the most obscure and interesting topics on the web. Useful to entertain yourself about your favorite subjects or to find some inspirational and motivational videos to continue your studies. Most lectures are given by world experts on their fields.
Unlike TedTalk, Ted-Ed is full of educational videos only. You can find lectures on the most obscure and interesting topics on the web. Useful to entertain yourself about your favorite subjects or to find some inspirational and motivational videos to continue your studies. Most lectures are given by world experts on their fields.
Pros&Cons
You won’t find courses or video lectures similar to university video courses. It’s free and doesn’t require you to sign up. Lectures are short but of very high quality.
You won’t find courses or video lectures similar to university video courses. It’s free and doesn’t require you to sign up. Lectures are short but of very high quality.
CostFree
113. Codecademy
What is itOnline interactive website that will teach you how to Code.
How is it usefulIf there’s have come a point in your studies where you need to learn how to code or program or you are simply interested in programming. This is the best place to start. This website offers personalized courses depending on what learning objectives you have.
Pros&Cons
Includes 12 different coding languages. Personalized courses. Accessible to all levels.
Pros&Cons
Includes 12 different coding languages. Personalized courses. Accessible to all levels.
Cost
Free
Free
114. Open Culture
What is it: A great site with a compilation of the best resources for students.
How is it useful: It contain audio-books, online classes, language courses, textbooks and movies. You’ll find a lot of good resources for your classes since their videos and textbooks are given and written by none other than professors and scholars from the top universities in the world.
Pros&Cons: No need to subscribe or pay for their courses. User friendly. Links to other resources.
115. Open Yale Courses
What is it: Yale’s official website containing free access to a lot of introductory courses taught by their professors.
How is it useful: Who wouldn’t want to learn from one of the top universities in the world? You can find lectures for your introductory courses in case you didn’t pay attention to your professor’s own lecture.
Pros&Cons: All lectures are available in many different formats. No need to sign up.
Cost: Free
116. Edx.org
What is it: A massive open online course provided.
How is it useful: Here you’ll find courses from a wide range of disciplines from a wide range of universities not just nationwide. It’s actually more engaging since the courses are not recorder but have actual start and end dates. Courses also contain a syllabus and homework assignments just a a regular class.
Pros&Cons: Has recorded and timed classes. Lectures contain video transcripts. Courses are more abundant in the sciences.
Cost: Free
117. Saylor
What is it: Another online academy for open learning.
How is it useful: Unlike other free online courses. Students can ear a certificate of course completion and actually earn college credit for a few courses. Both of these features can be quite encouraging for those who have trouble to keep up with online courses.
Pros&Cons: College credits are available to accredited partners to Saylor. Courses are made and reviewed by real college instructors from accredited universities.
Cost: Free.
118. MIT Open Courseware
What is it: A website published by MIT containing their entire course content.
How it it useful: Here you’ll be able to get your hands on all the course materials that MIT students use for their classes. This can include videos, syllabus, lessons, tools, etc.
Pros&Cons: Not every course has video lectures but the most of the important and introductory courses do. Materials sometimes may not match up with the course being taught. No Certificates or degrees.
Cost: Free
119. Open University
What is it: An online university.
How is it useful: If by some circumstances you find yourself unable to attend a regular university or continue your studies, consider joining an online university to make sure you still get educated with your particular field of interest.
Pros&Cons: No prerequisites to be accepted. You can go at your own pace. Useful for the elderly and those who can’t attend a regular university and still wish to obtain a degree.
Cost:Paid.
120. Academic Earth
What is it: A site which offers free video lectures for any subject from top universities around the country.
How is it useful: Here you’ll find video lectures as they are given in the top universities of the world. You can easily find an entire course for your particular class here especially introductory courses.
Pros&Cons: Only lectures are provided. Lectures are mostly on YouTube.
Cost: Free.
121. iTunesU Free Courses
What is it: Apple’s store section of free courses and lessons from top universities around the world.
How is it useful: If you couldn’t afford an online course and you still want to learn a new subject or you simply want to reinforce what you are already learning in college, iTunesU will directly deliver to you all the course materials including: lectures, videos, pdf and even complete books for free. You aso have the option to learn choose where to download all your course content: iPad, iPod or your computer.
Pros&Cons: Very easy to navigate. Over 800 universities listed. Lots of course content available.
Cost: Free.
122. Lynda.com
What is it: A resource of videos for online learning with a focus on software and programming skills.
How is it useful: If you ever wanted to learn a new skill from the bottom up, especially with a software be it for design, photo or video editing or programming, etc. Lynda.com offers one of the most high quality lectures for you to get started and become an expert in no time. I used the website myself when I got started developing apps for mobile devices. No complaints at all! Worth every penny.
Pros&Cons: More than 3000 courses available. Excellent instructors and high quality videos. You must pay for access to all courses, no pay per course or video. However it’s quite affordable.
Cost: Paid.
Health & Fitness
123. Fitness Blenders
What is itA website with workout videos for all levels.
How is it usefulIf you don’t have time to go to the Gym but still wish to get some exercise done. Especially useful for those students with no experience when it comes to exercising and need a place to get started.
Pros&Cons
Wide range of videos with different intensities, workouts and levels.
CostFree.
How is it usefulIf you don’t have time to go to the Gym but still wish to get some exercise done. Especially useful for those students with no experience when it comes to exercising and need a place to get started.
Pros&Cons
Wide range of videos with different intensities, workouts and levels.
CostFree.
124. Student Recipes
What is it
A great site to get the most out of your cooking.
A great site to get the most out of your cooking.
How is it useful
If you want to avoid cafeteria food or junk food to keep your body in tip top shape, you can get quick and cheap recipes from this site. Recipes are shared between students themselves. Includes recipes for all diets and food restrictions that you may have.
If you want to avoid cafeteria food or junk food to keep your body in tip top shape, you can get quick and cheap recipes from this site. Recipes are shared between students themselves. Includes recipes for all diets and food restrictions that you may have.
Pros&Cons
Simple recipes. Over 5000 recipes.
Simple recipes. Over 5000 recipes.
Cost
Free
Free
What is itPopular web-based exercise application.
How is it usefulNot only will you find exercises and routines for your fitness goals. You can also keep track of your daily food intake, nutrients, calories, vitamins,etc. If there’s anything that might be slowing down your progress you’ll be sure to find out with it. You’ll also find a friendly community to share your routines, diet or to get advise and constant motivation.
Pros&ConsLots of Ads. Free.
CostFree
Pros&ConsLots of Ads. Free.
CostFree
126. Sleepyti.me
What is itA web app that will tell you the proper times to go to sleep.
How is it usefulThis site will tell you exactly the times you should go to sleep so that, even if you don’t get 8 hours of sleep, your body can go throug the “REM cycle” which is enough for you to feel refreshed and full of energy when you wake up.Simply plug in the time you need to wake up and it’ll automatically tell you the times you should go and try to get some rest. Extremely useful when the times we have to sleep are limited because of finals, papers or long sessions of studying.
CostFree
127. FridgeFood
What is it
A website to help you find recipes with what ingredients you currently have.
How is it useful
If you are on a budget, forgot to shop your groceries or don’t like feel like eating out. This site will let you enter whatever you’ve got and give you tons of ideas on what to make with them.
Pros&ConsEasy to use. Not much cooking experience required.
Cost
Free
A website to help you find recipes with what ingredients you currently have.
How is it useful
If you are on a budget, forgot to shop your groceries or don’t like feel like eating out. This site will let you enter whatever you’ve got and give you tons of ideas on what to make with them.
Pros&ConsEasy to use. Not much cooking experience required.
Cost
Free
128 . Eat This Much
What is it
A web app to help your with your dietary needs.
A web app to help your with your dietary needs.
How is it useful
If you have calorie restrictions or a particular diet you need to follow for your own personal care, this app will give you meal plans and food choices you can follow without the need to waste hours looking on search engines. Just type in your calorie restrictions and/or your particular diet, you’ll save a lot of time in the grocery store you could use to get back on studying.
If you have calorie restrictions or a particular diet you need to follow for your own personal care, this app will give you meal plans and food choices you can follow without the need to waste hours looking on search engines. Just type in your calorie restrictions and/or your particular diet, you’ll save a lot of time in the grocery store you could use to get back on studying.
Pros&Cons
Provides a grocery list. Add any food restrictions to your query.
Provides a grocery list. Add any food restrictions to your query.
Cost
Free
Free
129. GrubHub
What is it
An online food delivery service.
An online food delivery service.
How is it useful
You don’t have to look for food among local restaurants at 10 pm. You can just use this site to order it all for you and either pick it up at the resturant or have it delivered to your door.
You don’t have to look for food among local restaurants at 10 pm. You can just use this site to order it all for you and either pick it up at the resturant or have it delivered to your door.
Pros&Cons
Delivery can take some time.
Delivery can take some time.
130. PayPizzaPal
What is itA website where you can buy gift cards and use them to by pizza!
How is it UsefulIf you only have funds to pay for your food and supplies on paypal or you simply receive money on paypal and you find yourself terribly hungry. This website will allow you to buy gift cards with your paypal account which you can use them to buy pizza from any local shop. No need to be hungry for a week while waiting for r your paypal money to transfer, get stuffed instantly!
How is it UsefulIf you only have funds to pay for your food and supplies on paypal or you simply receive money on paypal and you find yourself terribly hungry. This website will allow you to buy gift cards with your paypal account which you can use them to buy pizza from any local shop. No need to be hungry for a week while waiting for r your paypal money to transfer, get stuffed instantly!
Cost
Free
Free
Internships and Jobs
131. Startup Hire
What is itA website listing thousands of jobs and internships with a focus on startup companies from any industry.
How is it Useful
If you are a senior student, you can start looking for a job or internships and see what kind of requirements you would need to get one for your particular field.It’s always useful to know the requirements so you can start working on getting them down into your resume.
If you are a senior student, you can start looking for a job or internships and see what kind of requirements you would need to get one for your particular field.It’s always useful to know the requirements so you can start working on getting them down into your resume.
Pros&Cons
Easy interface to filter jobs according to your location and industry.
Easy interface to filter jobs according to your location and industry.
Cost
Free
Free
132. Upwork
What is it
A freelance website where you can get hired and hire someone for any job or task that can be completed online.
A freelance website where you can get hired and hire someone for any job or task that can be completed online.
How is it usefulIf you ever need to make a few bucks and you already have developed a few skills from your education, you can always find something you could do here to make a few bucks. This could be useful for students who don’t have a regular schedule to find a part time job. Alternatively, you can hire someone to help you with a project or teach you a skill you need for your career.
Pros&Cons
Set up your own schedule. Payment can be troublesome.
Set up your own schedule. Payment can be troublesome.
133. Interships.com
What is it
A website listing thousands of available internships for students.
A website listing thousands of available internships for students.
How is it Useful
If you plan on getting a job after college, you better start looking for some experience and the best way you can do that is from internships. This website allows you to find any internship for your particular field, you can filter out results based on your city, companies that you like, your personality, etc.
If you plan on getting a job after college, you better start looking for some experience and the best way you can do that is from internships. This website allows you to find any internship for your particular field, you can filter out results based on your city, companies that you like, your personality, etc.
Pros&ConsFind an internship based on your search criteria. Deadlines for applications may not be accurate, you should contact the company directly or look carefully at their postings.
134. Idealist.com
What is it
One of the most popular resources for jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities on the Web.
One of the most popular resources for jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities on the Web.
How is it Useful
While this site is aimed for non-profit organizations. You can find internships and jobs paid or unpaid. The advanced search option allows you to filter opportunities based on your skill, languages, salary and start dates. You can also find non-profit volunteering opportunities to make the world a better place, it will help you as a person and in your resume as well.
While this site is aimed for non-profit organizations. You can find internships and jobs paid or unpaid. The advanced search option allows you to filter opportunities based on your skill, languages, salary and start dates. You can also find non-profit volunteering opportunities to make the world a better place, it will help you as a person and in your resume as well.
Cost
Free
Free
135. Mediabistro.com
What is itA website dedicated to those interested in careers within the media industry.
How is it Useful
If you have an interest in finding a job or an internship within the media industry whether it’s advertising, TV, technology or publishing your work, you’ll have the best chance to find it here.
If you have an interest in finding a job or an internship within the media industry whether it’s advertising, TV, technology or publishing your work, you’ll have the best chance to find it here.
Pros&Cons
There’s a vast array of opportunities. Includes a filter option to find opportunities based on your skills, compensations and dates.
There’s a vast array of opportunities. Includes a filter option to find opportunities based on your skills, compensations and dates.
Cost
Free
Free
136. Indeed.com
What is itAnother search engine where you can land internships and job opportunities.
How is it Useful
You can find opportunities here for an internship , job or any related work experience gig. You can also upload your resume and wait for employers to contact you if you fit the profile they’re looking for.
You can find opportunities here for an internship , job or any related work experience gig. You can also upload your resume and wait for employers to contact you if you fit the profile they’re looking for.
Pros&ConsEasy to use, only two fields to fill in. Highly configurable search options. Can be accessed from any mobile device. No career advice or guides.
Cost
Free
Free
137. Experience.com
What is itA site to find entry level jobs & internships for students.
How is it UsefulFor those seeking more personalized searches, this site will let you enter your location, interest and school to find internships and any relationships that they may have with your school (career fairs).
Pros&ConsHighly recommended by Universities. Requires registration.
How is it UsefulFor those seeking more personalized searches, this site will let you enter your location, interest and school to find internships and any relationships that they may have with your school (career fairs).
Pros&ConsHighly recommended by Universities. Requires registration.
Cost
Free
Free
138. Craiglist.com
What is it A region-wide classified list with categorized advertisements for many different services.
How is it UsefulIf there’s anything you need to buy and sell at a cheap price for college, craiglist is the first place to start shopping. But that’s not all , you can also find a few part time jobs and gigs with the current skills you have:artist, musician, math tutor? No Problem there’s always something for you on craiglist.
Pros&ConsLocal based search. Can negotiate deals and remain anonymous. Some posts might not be updated.
Cost
Free
Free
139. USAjobs.govWhat is itThe United States Government’s official website for listing civil service job opportunities with federal agencies.
How is it UsefulFor those wanting to find the most competitive internships and jobs within any department of the government: Air force, attorney office, navy, defense, medical research. They’ll be sure to make your curriculum shine!
Pros&ConsThe highest number of available jobs and internships from this list. Difficult application process. Very competitive and requires highly qualified applicants.
What is itA search engine to help you land internships & opportunities abroad.
How is it UsefulFor those who are like me and are interested in working overseas for a specific company or simply to travel around the world. Nothing would be more helpful for your CV than having many internships and work experience from companies outside the USA. If you aren’t interested in working abroad eventually, an abroad internship is a huge boost to your resume anyways.
How is it UsefulFor those who are like me and are interested in working overseas for a specific company or simply to travel around the world. Nothing would be more helpful for your CV than having many internships and work experience from companies outside the USA. If you aren’t interested in working abroad eventually, an abroad internship is a huge boost to your resume anyways.
Pros&ConsLots of articles offering help throughout the process: from visa to interviews with companies and help preparing your resume. Opportunities are neatly organized into categories.
Cost
Free
Free
141. Simplyhired.com
How is it UsefulThis particular engine can help you save some time by looking for all the opportunities avaialble for you around the web, meaning you may not have to look anywhere else since it collects all its results from job boards websites, direct employer websites, other engines, etc. You can also use it’s friendly filter feature to find the results you are interested in: Ex: “teacher internship”.
Pros&ConsOver 6 million open jobs in about 974 official occupations in the U.S. Easy search options. Includes mobile apps. Has a blog for more advice.
Cost
Free
Free
142. Internships-usa.com
What is itA website offering internship listings for subscribed universities.
How is it Useful
You can find internships from over 2800 different organizations. There will be definitely something available for your requirements. You’ll find listings containing paid/unpaid or seasonal internships and non-profit opportunities too. This website also has books(paid) that can guide you on how to land the internship of your dreams.
You can find internships from over 2800 different organizations. There will be definitely something available for your requirements. You’ll find listings containing paid/unpaid or seasonal internships and non-profit opportunities too. This website also has books(paid) that can guide you on how to land the internship of your dreams.
Pros&ConsYour university needs to be subscribed for you to access their listings.
CostBooks&Tips are paid.
CostBooks&Tips are paid.
143. CareerShift
What is itAn internship and job search tool that requires university subscription.
How is it Useful
If you got tired of looking for opportunities using google’s search engine, this site will also save you some time by giving you with results from every job related website. You can register and save/organize whatever result you find interesting for later reviewing. It also allows you to have direct communications with professionals that already work on the company you are interested in.
If you got tired of looking for opportunities using google’s search engine, this site will also save you some time by giving you with results from every job related website. You can register and save/organize whatever result you find interesting for later reviewing. It also allows you to have direct communications with professionals that already work on the company you are interested in.
Pros&ConsYour university needs to be subscribed for you to access their listings. You can send resumes directly to companies by using their email.
CostPaid
144. Student Conservation Association
CostPaid
144. Student Conservation Association
What is itA nonprofit organization providing students with 3-12 month internship opportunities.
How is it usefulFor those interested in landing an internship that will help the world make a better place or are interested in environmental preservation for their careers, you’ll find opportunities here no matter what type of student you are(high school, college, graduate).
How is it usefulFor those interested in landing an internship that will help the world make a better place or are interested in environmental preservation for their careers, you’ll find opportunities here no matter what type of student you are(high school, college, graduate).
Pros&ConsInternships are paid. An opportunity to learn about the environment. Programs available over 50 states. Offered by the SCA include National Crews, Community Programs, the Conservation Corps, and Conservation Internships. Lots of benefits.
Cost
Free
Free
145. InterQueen.com
What is itA website with content related to everything about internships.
How is it UsefulNot only will you find up-to-date internships across the country, you’ll also get useful and free articles on resume writing, studying abroad, interviews, etc.
Pros&ConsLots of helpful free articles. Friendly user interface.
Cost
Free
Pros&ConsLots of helpful free articles. Friendly user interface.
Cost
Free
146. Glassdoor.com
What is itA website providing experiences and reviews by employees and interns.
How is it UsefulIf you already found the internship or job you were seeking for, it always helpful to check what other’s experiences with that particular job/internship.
Pros&ConsSome reviews can be misleading(done by companies themselves). Must be careful when reading them.
Cost
Free
Free
147. AmbitionBox.com
What is itA website providing useful resources to land the job or internship from the company you are interested in.
How is it UsefulBefore you show up or try to land a job or internship of the company you are interested, you have to know everything there is to know about that company right? This website will give you the locations, staff info, practice tests, interview questions, employee experiences, photos of their offices and more.
Pros&ConsNot every company is listed here. Most useful for the big and most known companies.
Cost
Free
Free
On a Budget
148. Campus Shift
What is itA nationwide textbook marketplace.
How is it UsefulThis is the craigslist of textbooks. You can find very affordable prices for your most expensive textbooks and sell the ones you have one. You can also sell your class notes to students for some extra cash.
Pros&ConsStudent to Student deals. Secure transaction.
Cost
Free to Join.
Free to Join.
149. StudentBeans
What is itA site listing discounts from major retailers.
How is it UsefulYou can save some money by using discounts for all of your school needs,food & supplies. Just browse around the web and find any available discounts near your location.
Cost
Free to join.
Cost
Free to join.
150. Unidays
What is it
Another site to find discounts and coupons.
Another site to find discounts and coupons.
How is it Useful
If you are not interested in discounts and coupons from unknown stores but also major retailers, this website focuses on finding discounts and coupon codes for major brands: Apple store, American Parallel, Microsoft, Nike and more of your favorite brands.
If you are not interested in discounts and coupons from unknown stores but also major retailers, this website focuses on finding discounts and coupon codes for major brands: Apple store, American Parallel, Microsoft, Nike and more of your favorite brands.
Cost
Free to join.
Free to join.
151. Save The Student
What is it
A site completely dedicated to help students finances.
A site completely dedicated to help students finances.
How is it UsefulBecome your own expert in dealing with your finances. You’ll find articles for anything related to saving , spending, getting money during college, jobs, investments, etc.
Get articles to help you save, spend and get money during college.
Get articles to help you save, spend and get money during college.
Cost
Free.
Free.
152. Simple Visa
What is itA site providing banking services for students.
How is it UsefulIf you have any trouble managing your own money and finances. SimpleVisa will do all the work for you so you don’t have spend hours calculating how much money you have left and how much you need to pay your bills. You can also organize your paychecks into separate categories: for savings, for bills and more.
Pros&ConsNo fees. Lock stolen cards right from your phone. Instant Customer Support. There may be slow transactions from time to time. Lots of safeguard features.
153. Studentaid.gov
Pros&ConsNo fees. Lock stolen cards right from your phone. Instant Customer Support. There may be slow transactions from time to time. Lots of safeguard features.
153. Studentaid.gov
What is itThe government’s official website for resources to fund your education.
How is it UsefulThis is the most used tool by students looking to continue to fund their education. You’ll get every resource there is for you to find a way to continue your studies. Articles include: guidelines for grant,loans,federal aid, etc.
154. CollegeBudget.com
What is itA website providing services for students to save money with discounts and other means.
How is it UsefulYou’ll find huge discounts on food, school supplies, electronics and anything you may need for college life. You will also find student loans and other means to deal with money problems. The site is completely dedicated to make sure you get through college without worrying about your expenses.
What is itA website containing tons of helpful articles and tips on everything college related.
How is it UsefulNot only will you find advice for every situation in college but most importantly their website has extremely helpful articles on how to deal with your finances. Every student should give them a read..
What is itOne of the most popular sites to find resources and handy info for college women.
How is it Useful
This online magazine not only will keep you up to the date with the latest trends for women in college but also provide you with resources & ways to fund your education.
157. Amazon Student
What is itAmazon membership to provide students with tons of benefits and deals when shopping over amazon.
How is it UsefulThis is a special membership program if you are a student. You’ll get free shipping and a wide variety of services and deals. You’ll find the best deals on textbooks, school supplies, free music and videos and anything you may need for college. You’ll definitely save a few hundred bucks with their program. Here are few of the features offered:
Free 2-day shipping. Access to music and videos. You can borrow books using kindle from friends who bought them. Unlimited Photo Storage. Access to special deals. 39$ per year four 4 years. Free for the first 6 months.Free Kindle books.
Free 2-day shipping. Access to music and videos. You can borrow books using kindle from friends who bought them. Unlimited Photo Storage. Access to special deals. 39$ per year four 4 years. Free for the first 6 months.Free Kindle books.
Pros & Cons
Pricey. It will only be worth it and save you money if you find yourself regularly ordering from amazon. Not all products are eligible for Free 2-day shipping. Watching videos is not as good as NetFlix or other streaming services.
Pricey. It will only be worth it and save you money if you find yourself regularly ordering from amazon. Not all products are eligible for Free 2-day shipping. Watching videos is not as good as NetFlix or other streaming services.
158. CashCourse
What is it
A website providing you with tools, apps, tips, articles and more for students and their finances.
A website providing you with tools, apps, tips, articles and more for students and their finances.
How is it Useful
There are tons of resources for you to use and deal with your money problems during college. If you use them regularly. you’ll become an expert on how to deal with financial issues not only for school but for your entire future as well.
There are tons of resources for you to use and deal with your money problems during college. If you use them regularly. you’ll become an expert on how to deal with financial issues not only for school but for your entire future as well.
Pros&Cons
Easy to Use. Only for current students. Useful outside of college too.
Easy to Use. Only for current students. Useful outside of college too.
CostFree
159. BigFuture.org
What is itA calculator for your finances during college.
How is it UsefulThis is a calculator provided by the CollegeBoard. It will help you calculate how difficult it will be for you to pay up your loans once you graduate.
CostFree
160. Wisebread
What is itA website filled with articles&tips for anything finance related.
How is it UsefulThis website is full with articles and tips for you to find even more ideas and ways to get through school on a budget.
CostFree
CostFree
What is itAnother online calculator for your loans and monthly payments.
How is it UsefulAnother calculator to estimate the amount of monthly payments & the salary you need to pay your loans. Can be used with federal and most private loans.
CostFree
How is it UsefulAnother calculator to estimate the amount of monthly payments & the salary you need to pay your loans. Can be used with federal and most private loans.
CostFree
162. Groupon
What is itA website offering coupons and discounts to its subscribers by email.
How is it UsefulWith groupon you’ll find daily deals from different retailers and stores from restaurants discounts to school supplies.
CostFree
How is it UsefulWith groupon you’ll find daily deals from different retailers and stores from restaurants discounts to school supplies.
CostFree
163. The College Investor
What is it
This is a website providing students and adults with financing tips and ways to invest their money.
This is a website providing students and adults with financing tips and ways to invest their money.
How is it Useful
There are tons of articles that include financial tips and relevant information to fund your education. Finances, investments and debts are discussed in easy to understand articles and ebooks.
There are tons of articles that include financial tips and relevant information to fund your education. Finances, investments and debts are discussed in easy to understand articles and ebooks.
Pros&Cons
Ebooks are cheap. Courses are Free. Readable through amazon kindle.
Ebooks are cheap. Courses are Free. Readable through amazon kindle.
Cost
Paid.
Paid.
164. Mint
What is itA free web based application that will help you manage your finances.
How is it usefulIf you find yourself having a difficult time managing your money and dealing with everything that is finance related. This app can help by organizing and categorizing your expenses effectively and easily.
Pros&Cons
It’s free to signup and only takes a few seconds to add new accounts. Weekly summaries. Get alerts on tips & pending bills.Lack of customer support. You can’t import data from other apps you have used.
It’s free to signup and only takes a few seconds to add new accounts. Weekly summaries. Get alerts on tips & pending bills.Lack of customer support. You can’t import data from other apps you have used.
Cost
Free
Free
165. StudentRate
What is it
One of the biggest college student discount websites in the United States.
One of the biggest college student discount websites in the United States.
How is it Useful
You’ll find deals on discounts on travel, electronics, clothes, textbooks, everything college related and more.
You’ll find deals on discounts on travel, electronics, clothes, textbooks, everything college related and more.
Pros&Cons
Free registration. Free giveaways. Deals updated daily. Includes a search bar to find specific deals.
Free registration. Free giveaways. Deals updated daily. Includes a search bar to find specific deals.
166. RetailMeNot
What is itA site that has coupons for over 60 000 stores.
How is it Useful
If you ever wondered whether a particular online store offers a coupon or discounts that may not be listed anywhere else. Just type in the site you are interested in to find out if there are any discounts or deals from their products to find out. If you find any coupons or discounts it’ll appear in the section “Active Coupons” after using the search bar. You’ll also see a “unreliable coupons” sections which means they may or may not work. Users in the UK can use MyVoucherCodes.co.uk.
If you ever wondered whether a particular online store offers a coupon or discounts that may not be listed anywhere else. Just type in the site you are interested in to find out if there are any discounts or deals from their products to find out. If you find any coupons or discounts it’ll appear in the section “Active Coupons” after using the search bar. You’ll also see a “unreliable coupons” sections which means they may or may not work. Users in the UK can use MyVoucherCodes.co.uk.
Pros&Cons
Coupons are submitted by users. Some coupons may not work or are outdated. The higher the rating, the higher the chance the coupon will work. You can leave feedback on each coupon.
Coupons are submitted by users. Some coupons may not work or are outdated. The higher the rating, the higher the chance the coupon will work. You can leave feedback on each coupon.
Cost
Free
Free
What is itA website community of people giving away things for free.
How is it UsefulYou heard that right. Here you can find free stuff that people who may be moving away or are not interested in selling them. Just find your specific area or “network” and get email updates of people who want to give away stuff or people who want to take your stuff. Yes, you can give away free things too! What can you expect to get? Computer accessories, tools for home improvement, books, clothes.etc.
Pros&ConsMust meet new people to pick stuff (choose a public place). A lot of email updates. Make a few friends with the same interests.
Cost
Free
Cost
Free
168. MoneySavingExpert
What is itA site providing finance information and discussions which include journalistic articles to help you save money.
How is it Useful
One of the biggest (if not the biggest) sites with information on how to save money for just about any topic. The site not only includes articles that will make you a “moneysavingexpert” but also free tools to make money saving easier and efficient.
One of the biggest (if not the biggest) sites with information on how to save money for just about any topic. The site not only includes articles that will make you a “moneysavingexpert” but also free tools to make money saving easier and efficient.
Pros&Cons
Info packed. Frequently updated. No advertisements. Includes email updates. Has a forum.
Info packed. Frequently updated. No advertisements. Includes email updates. Has a forum.
Cost
Free
Free
Social
169. Campusbug
What is itA a website offering helpful tools to students and includes a community for students to help each other.
How is it UsefulWouldn’t it be wonderful if facebook was more educational oriented where people could have productive and helpful discussions? Campusbug is a great alternative that can do just that. Not only does it offer tools that students may find useful but also a community where you can keep everything academic related.
How is it UsefulWouldn’t it be wonderful if facebook was more educational oriented where people could have productive and helpful discussions? Campusbug is a great alternative that can do just that. Not only does it offer tools that students may find useful but also a community where you can keep everything academic related.
Cost
Free
Free
170. Stunited
What is itOne of the world’s most used networks for students and educators.
How is it Useful
Get information and solutions for every need you may come across as a student: what university to go to, scholarships, accomodations, foods, jobs, transportation, communications and student life tips.
Get information and solutions for every need you may come across as a student: what university to go to, scholarships, accomodations, foods, jobs, transportation, communications and student life tips.
171. Twitter
How is it UsefulUse twitter to connect with professionals, stay up to date with your industry, socialize with businesses, comment and share on professional content. Twitter can be an invaluable tool to start looking for a job or learn about your field if you know how to use it.
How is it UsefulUse twitter to connect with professionals, stay up to date with your industry, socialize with businesses, comment and share on professional content. Twitter can be an invaluable tool to start looking for a job or learn about your field if you know how to use it.
172. Linkedin
What is itThe largest social network for business and employment opportunities.
How is it UsefulIf you find twitter too distracting, this is the real deal. A network for professional purposes only. Create a profile and start building your presence in your field.
How is it UsefulIf you find twitter too distracting, this is the real deal. A network for professional purposes only. Create a profile and start building your presence in your field.
173. GoogleGroups
How is it UsefulYou can always use Google Groups to find a community that shares your interests. Unlike other social networks, you get threads and discussions where you can break the ice and start participating.
How is it UsefulYou can always use Google Groups to find a community that shares your interests. Unlike other social networks, you get threads and discussions where you can break the ice and start participating.
174. Reddit/r/College
175. TheGradCafe
College Advice & Tips
175. TheGradCafe
College Advice & Tips
176 Bright Knowledge
What is itA a website to help explore your education and career options
How is it UsefulIf you are still unsure about what career and education path to follow during or after college. Brightknowledge will guide you step by step on how to find one and achieve your goals. You’ll also find advice from experts who already made it within your chosen career.
How is it UsefulIf you are still unsure about what career and education path to follow during or after college. Brightknowledge will guide you step by step on how to find one and achieve your goals. You’ll also find advice from experts who already made it within your chosen career.
Pros&ConsAll sorts of topics ranging from college life tips to financial advice.
CostFree.
CostFree.
177. CollegeInfoGeek
What is itOne of the best blogs out there to help you get through college.
How is it UsefulLearn how to study the right way and get better grades. It will guide you through every instance of college with tips and guides.
Pros&ConsJust about every college related topic you can think of is covered.
How is it UsefulLearn how to study the right way and get better grades. It will guide you through every instance of college with tips and guides.
Pros&ConsJust about every college related topic you can think of is covered.
CostFree.
178. Her Campus
What is itA website dedicated to women in college.
How is it UsefulFind information on beauty, health, love, career, life and much more from the best college journalists.
Pros&ConsWomen only
CostFree.
How is it UsefulFind information on beauty, health, love, career, life and much more from the best college journalists.
Pros&ConsWomen only
CostFree.
What is itA website dedicated to all college students written by former and current students.
How is it UsefulNot only will you get advice and tips for your classes and exams. You’ll also find advice on how to impress your professors, joining a club and getting along with your fellow students.
How is it UsefulNot only will you get advice and tips for your classes and exams. You’ll also find advice on how to impress your professors, joining a club and getting along with your fellow students.
CostFree.
180 Hack College
What is itA website dedicated to all college students written by former and current students.
How is it UsefulNot only will you get advice and tips for your classes and exams. You’ll also find advice on how to impress your professors, joining a club and getting along with your fellow students.
How is it UsefulNot only will you get advice and tips for your classes and exams. You’ll also find advice on how to impress your professors, joining a club and getting along with your fellow students.
CostFree.
181. CollegeBoard
What is itAn organization that provides students with help for their success in college.
How is it UsefulTheir website has information on finding colleges, exploring careers, applying to school and paying for it too. The best part is their community and their forums, hundreds of college students from freshman to those who graduate are always keen to answer your questions and help you with sound advice.
CostFree.
How is it UsefulTheir website has information on finding colleges, exploring careers, applying to school and paying for it too. The best part is their community and their forums, hundreds of college students from freshman to those who graduate are always keen to answer your questions and help you with sound advice.
CostFree.
182. UCampus
What is itA network of college communities that help students get acquainted with their new institution.
How is it UsefulIf you still have no clue what your college or area offers, need to know moer about the city or town. You can get all the info you need to be update to in all aspects of your college and new town.
How is it UsefulIf you still have no clue what your college or area offers, need to know moer about the city or town. You can get all the info you need to be update to in all aspects of your college and new town.
CostFree.
Scholarships
183. MeritAid
What is itA site providing students with merit-based scholarships.
How is it UsefulFor those who worked hard sometime in their lives or have a special talent that deserves a reward, there may be a scholarship for you!
Pros&ConsNeed to create an account. Provides a directory of merit scholarships from thousands of schools.
CostFree
How is it UsefulFor those who worked hard sometime in their lives or have a special talent that deserves a reward, there may be a scholarship for you!
Pros&ConsNeed to create an account. Provides a directory of merit scholarships from thousands of schools.
CostFree
184 FastWeb
What is itA site that matches the information you enter in your profile to scholarship, college, job and internship opportunities
How is it UsefulDon’t waste time applying for scholarships everywhere especially if you don’t meet the minimum requirements. Find one where you actually have a chance of landing.
Pros&ConsFree access to all the scholarships. However it will use your information for affiliate purposes.
CostFree
CostFree
*These websites Provide a list of more scholarships for ccurent students.
185. SallieMae
186. Unigo
188. Scholarships.com
Study Abroad
These websites are dedicated to study abroad programs and opportunities.
189 Abroad 101
How is it UsefulThe most useful part of their website is the fact that students submit reviews of the programs they were part of. Who wouldn’t want to know what’s going to be like spending the next half a year in a particular program?
How is it UsefulThe most useful part of their website is the fact that students submit reviews of the programs they were part of. Who wouldn’t want to know what’s going to be like spending the next half a year in a particular program?
190 GoAbroad.com
How is it UsefulThis is a more complete website for study abroad programs. You’ll get guides, find programs based on your profile, help with the application process and from experts online as well as reviews from students who went through the process and particular programs.
How is it UsefulThis is a more complete website for study abroad programs. You’ll get guides, find programs based on your profile, help with the application process and from experts online as well as reviews from students who went through the process and particular programs.
191 Ratemystudyabroad.com
How is it UsefulAs the name suggests, this website is more dedicated to provide you with reviews by students of their study abroad programs. It’s always useful to compare different reviews from as many sources as possible to get a better view of what’s really like to be on a particular program, don’t you think?
How is it UsefulAs the name suggests, this website is more dedicated to provide you with reviews by students of their study abroad programs. It’s always useful to compare different reviews from as many sources as possible to get a better view of what’s really like to be on a particular program, don’t you think?
Entertainment and Student Life
Lastly if you just wish to take a break from school life there are safe ways to do so these days, stay healthy and safe!
192 Netflix
What is it
A Streaming service company that allows you to watch just about any TV Show, movie or documentary.
How is it Useful
For those who couldn’t afford cable and wish to keep up with their favorite shows, here’s your solution.
For those who couldn’t afford cable and wish to keep up with their favorite shows, here’s your solution.
Pros&ConsWide variety of out content with easy access. Constantly updated for new content. However current movies and shows may take some time to reach Netflix. Requires Internet Connection.
CostSubscription based.
193 BuzzFeed
What is it
A Social News and Entertainment Website company.
A Social News and Entertainment Website company.
How is it Useful
One of the best websites for news and entertainment. There’s so many articles for all interests alike and their writes will make sure you never get bored reading them.
One of the best websites for news and entertainment. There’s so many articles for all interests alike and their writes will make sure you never get bored reading them.
Pros&Cons
Content is original, interesting and entertaining. You can interact with the content by using Facebook or Twitter. You can’t remain unanimous since you have to use your social media profile.
Content is original, interesting and entertaining. You can interact with the content by using Facebook or Twitter. You can’t remain unanimous since you have to use your social media profile.
194 Tumblr
What is itOne of the most popular blogging websites today.
How is it UsefulYou can blog about your College life, your thoughts, struggles, ideas or anything that sparks your interests. You can also follow fellow college students worldwide and anyone else’s blog that you may find useful or interesting.
Pros&ConsIt’s a free service. You can’t have a hosting page, if the website goes down so will your blog. You can’t have much control over how your blog looks. However it’s easy to set up, start posting and has a nice design. You can interact and share content
Pros&ConsIt’s a free service. You can’t have a hosting page, if the website goes down so will your blog. You can’t have much control over how your blog looks. However it’s easy to set up, start posting and has a nice design. You can interact and share content
Cost
Free
Free
195 Hulu
What is itA video streaming service where you can watch your favorite TV Shows and movies.
How is it UsefulIf you can’t afford Netflix to catch up with your favorite shows, Hulu is your best bet.
Pros&ConsCheaper than Netflix. Latest content shows up faster than on NetFlix. Only offers a one week trial while NetFlix offers one month.
Pros&ConsCheaper than Netflix. Latest content shows up faster than on NetFlix. Only offers a one week trial while NetFlix offers one month.
CostPaid
What is itAn online news website and blog with many editions depending on your location.
How is it Useful
The College section can keep you up to date with what’s going in other students lives. Articles and News also offer you information ranging from financial advice, college tips and events happening worldwide.
CostFree
197 BBC
What is it
The largest broadcast news website in the world
The largest broadcast news website in the world
How is it useful
You should probably use a proper news website once in awhile. BBC will keep you update to with what’s going on any part of the world.
You should probably use a proper news website once in awhile. BBC will keep you update to with what’s going on any part of the world.
Cost
Free
Free
198 UnplugtheTV
What is itA site offering educational videos, documentaries and opinions by world experts.
How is it usefulIt’s hard to find good educational harm free and entertaining content on the TV and you never have control of what you are about to see. This site will make sure yo to give you the most interesting talks and videos to get educated. Just click “I want to watch something else” if the current video is not interesting to you.
Cost
Free
Free
199 Pandora
What is itA free personalized internet radio
How is it usefulIf you like music while you study, Pandora will create a personalized station based on your favorite songs and artists.
Pros&ConsEarly access to new music. Good recommended songs feature. No live content. Lacks specific stations.
CostFree
200 Free Rice
What is itThe most noble entertainment website there is. There are games, quizzes and more. The more you play the more rice you donate to the needy.
How is it usefulSeriously, if we could invest our time helping people instead of finding entertainment for ourselves perhaps the world could be a better place. Why don’t you start with this site? Play games, answer quizzes . The more you play the more revenue the site gets which in return is spent on giving free rice to those who need it.
How is it usefulSeriously, if we could invest our time helping people instead of finding entertainment for ourselves perhaps the world could be a better place. Why don’t you start with this site? Play games, answer quizzes . The more you play the more revenue the site gets which in return is spent on giving free rice to those who need it.
ProsNot a waste of time at all.
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