Welcome to college! The land of ramen noodles, 2 a.m. cramming sessions for mid-terms, and... financial struggles? If you’re like most students, your bank account probably resembles a car on empty. But fear not! There are some side hustles that can help you earn extra cash without sacrificing your dignity (or sanity). Here are five funny yet effective side hustles perfect for college students!
1. The Professional Class Note-Taker- Ima keep a buck with you: not everyone is cut out for actually paying attention in class (or even showing up for class everyday for that matter). Enter the professional note-taker! You’ll best the best person your peers didn’t know they needed.
How It Works: Offer to take notes in exchange for a small fee. You can even sell your notes on platforms like StudySoup or OneClass. Just imagine students flocking to you like you’re the cool kid with the answers!
Funny Anecdote: Just make sure your handwriting is legible—otherwise, your notes might end up looking like hieroglyphics, and you’ll be charging them to decipher the mystery. “Sorry, but it looks like this is a C in my class. I’ll need another $5 for a tutor!”
2. Campus Uber (aka Your Car, Your Rules)- Got a car? Turn it into a mobile taxi service! Offer rides to your fellow students who are too lazy to walk to the dining hall (we’ve all been there).
How It Works: Set your price, blast your favorite playlist, and give them a mini concert along the way. Promote your service on campus social media groups or flyers around dorms.
Funny Anecdote: Just don’t be surprised if they ask to use your bathroom halfway through the ride. “Sorry, you’ve got to hold it until we get back to our dorms. Otherwise, you'll pay extra to get my car clean!
3. Dog Walker Extraordinaire- Why not combine your love for furry friends with your need for cash? Dog walking can be a great gig.
How It Works: Create a profile on apps like Wag! or Rover, or simply advertise your services on campus. You can charge per walk or offer discounts for regular clients.
Funny Anecdote: Just remember to avoid walking dogs that are bigger than you; you might end up in a tug-of-war that results in you being dragged down the street. “Why yes, I did just take a detour around the entire park! It’s called ‘exercise!’”
4. Freelance Grocery Shopper-If you have a knack for navigating the aisles of your local grocery store, why not offer to do the shopping for your busy classmates?
How It Works: Advertise your services on social media or within your dorm. Charge a fee for your time and an additional markup for the groceries.
Funny Anecdote: Just don’t forget to charge extra for heavy items like that 10-pound bag of rice your friend swore they would eat. Spoiler: they won’t. “You mean this bag of rice was just a decoration for your apartment? Umm- it's giving wasteful!
The Job of a Tech Guru (On Campus of Course)-From busted laptops to roommates who still don’t know how to connect their phones to the campus WiFi (seriously, Karen?!), you'll be known as the Bill Gates on campus, without the billions of dollars he has of course.
How It Works: Advertise your tech support services by hanging flyers in dorms or posting in student Facebook groups. Offer to fix common tech issues like slow WiFi, printer problems, and troubleshooting software issues. You can even set up study groups with Zoom or Google Drive tutorials for those who still can’t figure out how to share a file.
Funny Anecdote: “Ever had someone ask you to ‘fix the internet’? Yeah, that happened. Apparently, their WiFi was down, and they thought I could just reboot the entire web. Turns out, the router was unplugged. You’re welcome, humanity.”
Conclusion:
So, there you have it! While selling your arm and leg might not be a viable side hustle, these funny and creative ideas can help you pad your wallet while navigating the rollercoaster of college life. Whether you’re taking notes, giving rides, or walking dogs, remember that the goal is to have fun while making money—because if you’re not laughing, you might just be crying over those ramen noodles again.
Now, go forth and hustle your way to financial freedom! 💸
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