How to Save Money in College With Fetch

When you’re in college, every dollar counts. From dorm supplies to late-night coffee runs, staying on budget isn’t always easy, but it can be rewarding. With the Fetch app, you can track spending, earn points, and cash in for free gift cards that stretch your student budget even further.

Here are our favorite ways to save money in college using Fetch — the easiest rewards app for students.

Top tips to save money in college every week

• Plan your purchases and take advantage of personalized special offers on items you’re already buying.
• Snap every receipt from grocery stores, restaurants, campus coffee runs (or anywhere!) and earn points.
• Earn points on online purchases, too, from Target, Walmart, Uber, and Uber Eats (among countless other stores and brands).
• Track your spending (Fetch makes it easy).
• Use Fetch Play to earn extra points just for playing mobile games.
• Redeem points for gift cards to Amazon, Starbucks, and more.

🎓 Don’t have the app yet? Download Fetch now: it’s free, fun, and ideal for students living on their own for the first time.

Use Fetch to track your spending and stay on budget

When you snap your receipts with Fetch, you’re also creating a real-time spending log. No need for a separate budgeting app: just head to your points activity tab in Fetch and swipe to “Spend” to see where your money is going each month.

Tracking your expenses is one of the most effective ways to save money in college, and Fetch makes it automatic.

Bonus Tip: Snap eReceipts, too (think Amazon and Walmart orders) and double up on savings.

Shop smarter with special offers

Fetch features tons of special offers from top brands, including your faves. The more you explore your personalized offers, the more chances you’ll find to boost your point total.

Choosing a featured offer instead of your usual brand can give your points balance a major lift and also help you find a new favorite product.

Ways to save money as a college student with free gift cards

One of the fastest ways to cut your everyday expenses is by turning points into gift cards. Whether you’re stocking your dorm or grabbing lunch off-campus, Fetch make it easy to save.

Save on dorm and apartment shopping

First week of school? Use gift cards earned from using Fetch to pick up must-haves like:

• Amazon: Bedding, mini fridge, notebooks
• Target: Dorm decor, snacks, school supplies
• Walmart: Everything from toothpaste to towels

Turn points into grocery savings

Need ramen, frozen meals, or energy drinks for all-nighters? Redeem gift cards for:

• Kroger
• Meijer

Keep your coffee habit and stay on budget

You don’t need to ditch your coffee habit to save money in college. Turn Fetch Points into gift cards for your favorite brews:

• Starbucks
• Dunkin
• Caribou Coffee
• Uber Eats

Treat yourself on a student budget

Self-care matters, especially during midterms. Use gift cards from Fetch for beauty essentials or fun rewards:

• Sephora
• Ulta
• Nintendo
• PlayStation
• Xbox
• GameStop

Get free fast food with your Fetch Points

Some nights just call for a burrito or pizza. Don’t blow your budget! Instead, use your points for gift cards to get free food from the likes of:

• Chipotle
• Papa John’s
• Sonic
• Subway

Download Fetch to start saving money in college today

Whether you’re shopping for dorm gear, fueling up for finals, or grabbing lunch between classes, Fetch is the easiest way to turn everyday spending into real rewards.

Snap receipts, earn points, and start earning free gift cards that’ll help you save like a pro. Download Fetch now and make your college budget go further.