30 best apps for college students

Best apps for everything else

None of these apps really fit into our categories so we created a new one because you can never have too many helpful tools.

26. Zillow

Price: Free

Available on: iOS, Android

If you're sick of using Craigslist in your apartment or roommate search, try giving Zillow a go. You'll probably still get headaches from searching, but at least the app is presented in an easy to use layout with a lot of great features.

Zillow

27. Mint

Price: Free

Available on: iOS, Android

Don't lose track of your funds in the midst of your studying and socializing. Mint makes the budgeting process much easier by tracking your spending and providng nice little charts and graphs.

Mint

28. MapMyRun

Price: Free

Available on: iOS, Android

Exercise your body along with you brain by using MapMyRun to help motivate you. What sets this app apart is the fact that all you need to do is press one button and you're good to go as it will record your route via GPS, mileage, time and calculate burned calories. Heck, you could map dog walking if you wanted since there are over 600 options to pick from.

MapMyRun

29. Amazon Student

Price: Free

Available on: iOS, Android

Amazon has a great discount program on its site for students and we know you guys need as many deals as possible. Download this app to find discounts on various items plus sign up for Prime at half the price for free two day shipping for however long you're in school with a valid college email address.

Amazon Student

30. LinkedIn

Price: Free

Available on: iOS, Android

It's never too late to start networking and building an online presence (in fact, you should get on that ASAP). Start your internet resume with LinkedIn to connect with professors, classmates and past employers so future employers can see you're putting your college years to work.

LinkedIn

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