The start of the academic year can be expensive. Housing, food, transport, and equipment often account for significant expenses.
Here are 5 simple tips to save money and find help near you with Soliguide.
Computers, printers, calculators, and school supplies are often essential for your studies.
To reduce these expenses, you can turn to:
Some offer free school supplies. Others sell refurbished equipment at reduced prices. Refurbished equipment is second-hand equipment that has been checked and restored before resale. Before buying new, inquire about the solutions available near you.
Food accounts for a significant portion of a student's budget.
Many organizations offer food assistance to students. Some provide free products, while others offer items at reduced prices.1.
Associations like Linkee, COP1, and many local organizations regularly organize:
Some distributions take place directly on university campuses.
These forms of assistance help to supplement one's groceries and better manage one's daily budget.
On Soliguide, you can find:
📖 To learn more: How to find food assistance near you?
When moving into a new place, expenses quickly add up.
A table, a chair, dishes, or household linen can represent a significant expense.
Reuse centers, recycling centers, and organizations like Emmaüs offer affordable furniture and everyday items2.
You can find:
These products are generally second-hand, checked, and reused.
On Soliguide, search for:
📖 To learn more: Reuse centers and charity shops: where to find affordable items?
Many cities and regions offer reduced fares for students.
Depending on your place of study, you may be eligible for:
Conditions vary depending on:
Before subscribing, check the assistance available in your region.
The start of the academic year can be a difficult time.
Certain situations can quickly become complicated:
There are professionals and associations available to support you.
You can contact:
These organizations can help you find solutions tailored to your situation.
📖 To learn more: Understanding official residency and the steps to take.
Soliguide helps you easily find services and assistance near you.
You can search for:
The app is free and accessible without creating an account. Soliguide is also available in several languages.
Whether you need one-off assistance or ongoing support, Soliguide helps you find the services tailored to your needs.
You can search Soliguide for solidarity grocery stores, food distributions, or food vouchers available near you.
Resource centers, recycling centers, and solidarity organizations offer furniture and equipment at low prices.
Yes. Some associations, universities, and local authorities organize free school supply distributions.
It's a place where you can buy food products at reduced prices under certain conditions.
Inquire with your region, city, or local transport network.
Social workers, university social services, student associations, and local missions can support students.
Yes. Soliguide is completely free and accessible without an account.
Yes. Soliguide is available in multiple languages.
Yes. Soliguide lists many assistance organizations throughout France.
It is advisable to ask for help at the first sign of difficulty to prevent the situation from worsening.
1. Linkee - Food assistance for students
2. Emmaüs France - Solidarity-based reuse and home furnishing
