Innovation abounds in the 21st century, with an endless array of digital tools to help college students stay organized, get connected and start building an adult life. Along with companies like Boro that offer new loan opportunities for international students, many of the other top apps and tools are useful for students from any country. If you' re looking to add new technology to your life, read on for the best online tools for college students.
Google Drive
Want to access your term paper from your iPad, laptop or any computer in the university computer lab? Welcome to Google Drive! This free storage service is open to anyone with a Google account. You can create and store written documents, spreadsheets, images and more. Then, access your material from any computer with internet access using your log-in information.
It's never too early to start building a professional network. You may be able to snag a coveted internship or part-time job while you're in school, and you can start to build references at the same time. LinkedIn is not only a place for employers to find you but also a place where you can search for opportunities. Encourage your managers and colleagues to start endorsing you for specific skills.
Boro
Boro is revolutionizing the way international students can get cars and personal loans. If you don't have a social security number or credit score, you can still get access to the money you need to fund your transportation and living costs while you're in school.
Evernote
Evernote is an excellent note-taking tool. Instead of getting a hand cramp by writing your notes on paper, use Evernote to take down lecture information. You can even take photos of a whiteboard and integrate it into your file. Like Google Drive, your Evernote material is accessible from anywhere you have the program. Download the app for your tablet, phone and laptop for easy integration.
Skyscanner
If you want to book an affordable spring break trip or go back to see your family during the summer, just use Skyscanner, the best app for student travel. Enter your departure city and destination to see available fares, and take advantage of search features that are even more versatile than most travel sites. You can also enter a departure airport and put "Everywhere" in the destination field to see the available fares for cities around the world. The site makes planning spring break or summer vacations easy and fun.
Grammarly
Having a great idea for a paper is one thing, but executing it is quite another. Grammarly is the most comprehensive tool for checking spelling, grammar, and content quality. Just upload your paper and let the program check for spelling mistakes, repetitive words, weak adjectives, missing articles -- and more. If English is not your first language, or you're just trying to up your writing game, Grammarly is a must-have asset in your academic toolbox.
Lynda
If you're interested in a niche skill or new field that's not available in your academic program, just head over to Lynda. There is a 30-day free trial to get you started, and after that, you can access their online courses for about $20 per month. Lynda courses are available in web design, software development, photography, social media marketing and more. If you can dream it up, Lynda probably has a course for it.
College students from around the world have a lot to juggle. From maintaining a good GPA to finding a job or internship and sorting out finances, the life of a college student can be overwhelming. Why not use the newest apps, tools, and programs to make life a little simpler? With these innovative apps and programs, your university life can be more organized than ever.