Money-Making Ideas for College Students

Posted by MoneySavvy on Jul 16th, 2010 | no comments home title

College is supposed to be a time of great learning, right? What about great earning? College students need money too. Here are twenty money-making ideas for college students:

1. Paint houses. House painting is often something people hire others to do. It’s not difficult and with a few basic supplies, you can make good money painting houses during the summer or year around.

2. Clean houses. Cleaning houses is a great way to make good money. A little bit of marketing and you can have enough clients to fill your schedule and your bank account.

3. Offer babysitting services. Nanny jobs and child care opportunities are great positions. You have the ability to connect with a family and their children and it’s generally reliable income.

4. Offer dog walking services. Dogs need to be walked and this is an easy job to do. You have to be responsible and have good communication skills to make sure the dogs are safe and you understand all the various needs of your clients.

5. Offer house sitting services. House sitting offers you the opportunity to get away from roommates and take care of someone’s home while they’re gone.

6. Become a freelance writer. If you have writing skills, there are many avenues you can take to make money as a freelance writer. You can blog, write articles and content for internet businesses, or even type out pre-recorded notes for other students.

7. Become a freelance researcher. Just like freelance writing – if you have a knack for research, there are many avenues you can take with this opportunity.

8. Become a freelance proofreader. Do you have an eye for detail? Many writers and businesses could use your expertise.

9. Freelance graphic designer. Love to design logos, brochures, t-shirts and other graphics? There is a need for your skills online and off.

10. Freelance website or forum administrator. If you have access to the internet 24/7, being a website or forum administrator is a great way to make a living, particularly if you enjoy interacting online.

11. Sell your artistic creations. Do you make jewelry, candles, or soap? Do you paint or take great pictures? There’s a market for your wares online. Check out etsy.com for some ideas.

12. Make and sell food. In addition to making and selling food to your neighbors, you can sell your food online. Check out sites like Foodzie.com for ideas.

13. Make and sell gift baskets. Gift baskets are a wonderful and unique gift idea. You can create your own gift basket business and offer customized baskets for every occasion.

14. Offer administrative services to online business owners. Virtual assistants charge by the hour or the job and generally serve their clients online. You can offer transcription, blog management, email management, customer service, bookkeeping and a whole host of services.

15. Set up a blog or website. You can make money as an information or affiliate marketer by creating a blog or a website on a niche topic.

16. Mow lawns. Lawn care has been and will continue to be a viable job opportunity for college kids looking to make some money. Many people outsource this task and you can build a business doing it for homes in your community.

17. Tutor. If you’re good at teaching or skilled in a particular topic, you can tutor other college kids or younger children depending in your specialty.

18. Provide computer training or support. There are many people who still just don’t understand a lot of what goes into using a computer. Help them out. And if you’re particularly skilled, you can fix their computers too.

19. Offer personal services like grocery shopping and errand running.

20. Sew, mend and repair. If you’re handy with a needle and thread or you enjoy designing and making clothing, you can offer an alteration and mending service.

As a college student, take a look at your skills and strengths and explore the opportunities around you. There are many ways you can make money while you’re still in school.