8 ways to find deals on the most expensive college necessities

It's an established fact that college tuition is expensive. But unfortunately, college students can wrack up a long list of other expenses - from dorm lodging to text books - without developing better spending habits or finding ways to stick to a budget.

Let this guide help you to stop spending so much money on top of your student loans. Here are ways to save money on some of the more expensive things you have to buy in college.