Side Hustles in College

College is stressful, but your finances don’t have to be. Maybe you can’t make rent this month, or you really want to see that artist in concert. Whatever the reason, we’re here to help by sharing our tips to make a few more bucks in tough times.

Donate Plasma

Donating plasma is such a great and easy way to make money in a pinch. Oftentimes plasma donation centers will give their donors $100 to $120 dollars in their first series of donations per donation.

Donating plasma is the same process as donating blood, but they separate the plasma from the blood in a centrifuge. Make sure to look up a center near you, and bring all the necessary paperwork to your initial donation. This includes your ID, Social Security Card, and mail as proof of your current address.

Make sure you follow the health guidelines they provide online closely. Drinking lots of water and eating a meal before your donation is essential.

Sell Your Old Clothes On A Resale Site

Selling your clothes is so much better for the environment than your clothes ending up in a landfill, and it helps you too!

Selling your clothes online through an app makes sure it’s going to someone who loves it and it helps you make a little profit.

Paper And Resume Editing

Are you relatively good with grammar and catching typos? Offer your services to others by proofreading their papers and resumes. This can even be done virtually allowing for lots of schedule flexibility.

Offering $15.00 - $20.00 per hour or $3 a page is a great way to make a little money in a small amount of time.

Flipping Furniture

Flipping furniture is a great way to make some extra money if you have a little bit of space and time. People will often give away furniture and decorations for free on Facebook Marketplace or you could buy it at a thrift store for cheap.

Make sure you buy furniture that is sturdy and of good quality, invest in a neutral paint, sandpaper and some woodstain. Oftentimes with a little paint and perseverance, you can make a $5 furniture stand into a $50 one!

Sell Your Photography Talents

If you are majoring in photography or it’s simply a hobby of yours, you can sell your photos to paid stock photo websites or you can charge for photoshoots.

Even if you are just starting out, doing 30 minute $50 photoshoots for couples on campus would be a great date for them and an awesome way for you to make money.

This will give you great experience and potentially portfolio content while also giving you a little extra cash.

Sign Up On An App To Deliver Food Or Give Others A Ride

Apps like Uber, Lyft, GrubHub, DoorDash, InstaCart, and so many others provide pay while also allowing you to work whenever and wherever you want. This flexibility is great for students by allowing you freedom to have fun while also getting a paycheck.