Financing art studies: 15 ways and ideas with tips

Many students are familiar with this problem: Money is often tight during their time at university. A relatively small budget can easily mean having to do without many things in everyday life. The good news, however, is that there are numerous ways to earn or save money while studying.

Those who know what to look out for often realize that part-time jobs, money-saving tips, and the like don't necessarily have to mean deprivation. On the contrary: those who manage to save money in the right places or secure a regular income can often enjoy their studies with even more flexibility.

Tip No. 1: Sell old books

Not all books required for your studies are automatically available in the university library. In many cases, you will have to pay for them yourself. And by the end of the semester, it often becomes clear that they are rarely, if ever, needed.

Anyone looking to earn some extra money can sell used books on Studibuch. The realistic price you can expect depends on various factors, including the specific book and its condition. One thing is certain: many books are far too good to simply gather dust in a student dorm. On the other hand, these platforms offer buyers the advantage of not having to budget too much for their books.

Tip No. 2: A part-time job that fits into your student life

Numerous students who choose not just "any old part-time job" but rather work that matches their interests constantly find new inspiration in their daily lives. How about a position in a museum, for example? Many museums regularly offer jobs for students (e.g., as a working student ) , for instance, in connection with exhibition openings and planning.

This is often a typical win-win situation. Students have the opportunity to supplement their income, while museums frequently benefit from fresh ideas that break away from tradition and thus set individual accents.

Tip No. 3: Paid internships

To avoid debt as much as possible , for example as a member of Generation Z, it may be advisable to look into paid internships. The advantages are evident in various fields. An internship often serves as a kind of "ticket" to finding a suitable job later on.

The (then former) interns are already familiar with the processes in the company in question, while the potential employer can be sure of being able to accurately assess the applicant's skills.

Although internships are often not associated with high salaries, they are a good opportunity to lay the foundation for one's professional future.

Tip No. 4: Tutoring

Following the motto "Anyone who is able to explain something to others knows that they have understood the subject themselves!", many art students give private lessons to supplement their income.

The amount of money paid for tutoring sessions often depends on negotiation skills. At the same time, it's worth looking into relevant job postings.

The advantage: Those employed as tutors usually don't have to search for clients themselves. Furthermore, job postings for tutoring services are often found on the bulletin boards of various universities.

Tip No. 5: Uncover and change expensive habits

Art students looking to maximize their monthly budget would be well advised not only to increase their income but also to reduce their expenses. It's usually worthwhile to identify costly habits and counteract them. With a few simple tricks, a lot of money can be saved in everyday life.

Whether it's about wasting less energy, spending less money on groceries, or taking shorter trips by bike instead of car: it usually doesn't take long to uncover the potential for savings. At the same time, keeping a household budget can help identify further opportunities to save.

Bonus: 10 more ways to finance your art studies

At this point, Deutsche Bildung Studienfinanzierung – a social business that has been on the market since 2007 – presents ten different ways in which the financing of a course of study can be ensured.

Furthermore, three sample students are used to demonstrate how these options can be combined to guarantee complete study financing.

One of the featured students is under 25, one is over 25, and another is an international student. Through a combination of BAföG (, working student positions , and scholarships (as well as family support and child benefits), they were all able not only to secure their financial situation during their studies but also to gain valuable practical experience.

Joachim Rodriguez y Romero

Owner and Managing Director of Kunstplaza . Publicist, editor, and passionate blogger in the fields of art, design, and creativity since 2011. Graduated with a degree in web design from university (2008). Further developed creative techniques through courses in freehand drawing, expressive painting, and theatre/acting. Profound knowledge of the art market gained through years of journalistic research and numerous collaborations with key players and institutions in the arts and culture sector.

www.kunstplaza.de

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