If you are a student, you no doubt have realized that it costs quite a bit to attend college and be comfortable at the same time. There are so many expenses that students must bear, from skyrocketing tuition costs, books, housing, clothing, computers and updated computer software, lab fees, transportation, health insurance, and more. The cost of attending some universities and colleges for an entire academic year may exceed $30,000 before you add in the common living expenses that any student will most likely incur.