There’s pretty much an app for anything you can think of. And honestly, a lot of them are games you’re only going to play for a week and then delete or take up space on your phone. Now, there’s no shame in that (it’s a weekly routine for me), but instead, consider downloading apps that will make your life as a college student a little bit easier.
1. The Companion App
This free app is extremely useful. If you or a friend is walking back to the dorm from work, a party, or the library late at night The Companion App can assist with making sure everyone gets back safe. You simply enter where you want to go and how you’re getting there. Then you can include a contact to be your “companion.” And they don’t even have to have the app themselves to be your companion for the night. If you ever find yourself in danger you can contact the authorities and your companion for help. You can also send reassuring messages that you’re ok with a setting called Smart Trigger. This way if you don’t assure that you’re safe, the app can automatically contact your companion.
2. The Weather Channel
Yeah, we know. iPhones have a weather app already installed but it doesn’t have the most specific information. Sometimes you want to know more than just the temperature. If you are ever concerned about the weather for your commute to and from campus, you can get weather alerts customized to what you like for a heads up. The app also provides “real-time rain” which gives the exact time rather than a general hour and how much rain you can expect.
3. Planners – Google Keep or Color Note
Along with classes you may also have club meetings, practices, rehearsals and maybe a job. Apps that assist busy college students with laying out your schedule are practically a life saver. And there are a lot of very helpful planners! Some favorites are Google Keep and Color Notes. The have to do lists, timers, and reminders to help you out with your busy days. These are great alternatives to an agenda book if you prefer the electronic format.
4. Period trackers
Again, if you’re in college, you’re busy. There’s no denying that. And at times you may forget that you have to deal with your upcoming period. These apps can help you keep track of your cycles you don’t have to worry about being not-so-pleasantly surprised by the time of the month.
Take P Tracker for example. All you have to do is press “my period just started” the day you get your period. It doesn’t even have to be the exact day because you can easily adjust the date if you forget to open the app. It shows you a calendar of the days you have your period, as well. You can also include notes, symptoms, and your moods. These apps are great for making sure you are taking care of yourself with your this monthly occurrace.
5. Poshmark
This cool app lets you know the lowest prices on products and clothes you want from around the country. People offer some excellent deals for well-known brands. You can even sell clothes or accessories you no longer want or need! Save money, get cute products. Win win!
6. The Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks Apps
Apps for your favorite places to grab coffee and doughnuts can really pay off! Using the app earns you reward points every time you go to Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks that can lead up to getting a free cup of coffee or another prize. This is a great and simple way to save some money, even if it’s just a few dollars. After all, a lot of college kids need to run on caffeine.