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Welcome to college. During which at some point you will find yourself at midnight eating instant mashed potatoes, having hw you still need to do, and will need to be up in a few hours. You think to yourself wait why am I paying thousands of dollars a year for this?
Friendo2
*tens and tens of thousands of dollars
MrPompaztic361
Drink lots of water, OP! Delicious as they are, it's got a fuckton of sodium that'll def catch up to you later on!
Systeria
Instant potatoes are my guilty pleasure
repaint
RapCatTheRappingestCat
Look at Mr. Fancy Pants over here with his actual stove! Hot plate and microwaves were all UMD had. And A.C. if you're lucky.
CaffeineManic
TENS OF THOUSANDS PER YEAR!
vonKaiser
As a 33 year old who has a Property Tax bill due at the end of the month? Split that up into 2 meals to get the best bang for your buck lol
HowComeDespiteTheFact
This has nothing to do with college and everything to do with who you are as a person.
letsnotandsaywemight
Rice + Old Bay.
SoberAndBored
For the love of god folks, teach your kids how to cook actual food.
nero4ty2
Sometimes you just get home exhausted and want to eat with minimal effort, shouldn’t be every meal but every once in a while it’s fine
SamArt53
In military, 45+ years ago. 10 lbs. of potatoes for $1.00. Kraft Mac ‘n Cheese, 17¢ per box. Of course I was only making $288 per month.
itsallinyourmind
Ok now I’m grateful. I’m current military and make around $1700 a month, no bah
SamArt53
Ironically, my $288 in 1971 equates to $1769 in todays $$$ (using a CPI calculator). Although E-1 pay was $134 - then doubled in October 71
itsallinyourmind
Wow I guess they kinda hit the nail on the head inflation wise then. Still doesn’t go very far lol
Morgoth117
Yeah part of the reason for all this is 4 hours later I’m now up for NROTC and a khaki inspection
SamArt53
The military isn’t for everyone. But, for some, like me it can be AWESOME. I got my career (I.T.) from those 4 years, the GI bill, etc.
SamArt53
Although I was ‘mature’ at 18, it helped me grow up a lot! It’s an FANTASTIC way to save money. I saved 25% for 4 years - easy to do.
jetman1999
That hit to hard delete this
quincythomasthedisappointing
NotTinyPancakes
As long as this isn't awful Cinderalla brand that's gross flakes get the fine powder (mmagi) stuff tastes almost fully potato but better
justareallylongemailaddress
As for the "why am I paying...blah, blah, blah" what degree are you paying for? That is the more important question.
MilesGates
Ligmaology
groxx
Gonna get my PhD in Scrum
OnionDude
gender studies
kaldaze
Well onions dont have genders, so maybe you should have paid attention in class at least.
polarmoral
As an European, "paying"... LOL.
MacMeaties
I mean, technically you still do. The funding just comes publicly from taxation instead.
forgetthisnoise
Seriously. I had 3 coworkers in the past that I liked, but seriously hated. All 3 had their college paid for completely by their parents. 1
forgetthisnoise
They decided to use that huge advantage to get degrees in Spanish, Art, and archeology. They then bitch about ending up in customer service2
forgetthisnoise
And not getting promoted over people with more experience but no degree
ImHereToExplainTheJoke
Instant? Dude, real mashed potatoes cost just as, if not less, to make, and it's stupid easy. Way better taste, and more healthy.
CaptSchmidtGaming
in his defense he chose the tastiest of the the instant mash potatoes
billpostersisinnocent
Mac and cheese or ramen was my go to.
andwereback
Yes ramen 3 bucks a week of food lol
summershank
Ramen, whole milk, eggs, bologna sandwiches on white bread
kittykat
Ramen was definitely a staple for me, was only $0.10/packet! And yogurt on sale for $0.15/yogurt.
andwereback
I dislike how you type money
kittykat
I don't give a shit.
kittykat
I don't give a shit.
Gr3ggl3s
I agree
andwereback
But we had this for only 3 dollars 50!!
DeliciousMeatCurtains
Thanks for reminding me that I have to go and get a real degree at a real school since mine continues to spiral dn the drain cough UoPX
mobafett
I use to live off those $1 Totino's pizzas
thecaptain115
Garlic mashed is better
Ripplingtwinkie
College is where you learn that you always have multiple things to do and not enough time to do them all. But mashed potatoes surely help.
pseudopslayer
You're damn right they will. This guy gets it
eodtalley
I even use the same brand
pseudopslayer
It's sad how real this is.. But let me impart some wisdom: Butter, milk, shredded cheese, Tony Chachere's Creole seasoning. YOU'RE WELCOME.
DeliciousMeatCurtains
Spicy or mild?
scruffenheim
It sounds like you should have just been eating mac and cheese.
NotTinyPancakes
A bit of minced jar garlic and an egg is even better and if you have a frying pan toss in some canned tuna and make fish cakes
WhataboutBobWiley
toss in some browned ground meat and some canned veggies. Cheapo shepherds pie.
ProfessorSnugglesworth
TONY'S!!!!!
CommentBot2000
Tony's!!!!!! Great on ed everything
CommentBot2000
I got so excited the was ed for no reason
wyt3fr0g
Or simply try using real potatoes
Arceus
Shredded cheese, garlic, pepper, and then chop up some cheap chicken nuggets and mix in with a little bit of bbq sauce. Tastes amazing.
shiviro
Butter, milk, salt and pepper is all that's needed if you do it right
DataBeardFace
Maybe a little chives or parsley flake to fancy it up for guests.
shiviro
At that point add bacon bits and cheese for loaded mashed potatoes :P
SamArt53
IMO the Kraft Mac n Cheese does not need salt - that stuff’s loaded with salt. Pepper baby!!!
shiviro
Talking bout the mashed potatoes.mac and cheese just needs butter and milk/cream
YouLearnFromYourMistakesSlowerThanYouShould
I lived off 1$ meals from Save-A-Lot. Also, if you want to save money in college, go to Save-A-Lot. Cheaper food with less to choose from!
nero4ty2
what is a sav a lot?
NotTinyPancakes
Yeah I am wondering ht too I have not heard of it I am guessing it's some kind of discount supermarket.
YouLearnFromYourMistakesSlowerThanYouShould
It's a very small grocery store in the US, I've see them both in the North and South. I'm not sure if it exists outside of the US.
BlueRonfar
Metal utensil in a non stick pan gonna lead to it not being nonstick anymore, and the ingestion of said coating.
blacksteve
True, but that's not nonstick.
morelikeconsham
That's a normal metal sauce pot.
Wombatfisher
then it’s going to make that horrific noise when the fork scratches it!
morelikeconsham
Yes, yes it will. However, with the possible exception of his roommate beating him to death with the sauce pot, both the undergraduate and
morelikeconsham
pot will be fine.
ThailandExpress
There's always
Morgoth117
I’m in NROTC lol that’s why I was up so late .
ThailandExpress
Speaking as an ex-Cav Scout,pls study https://fas.org/irp/doddir/army/fm3-25-26.pdf hard.Nothing worse/more dangerous than a 2LT w/ a map :)
Morgoth117
Haha I appreciate it. I’ll be on a boat most likely so maybe your protege will be spared
ThailandExpress
lol duh, I just saw the N, facepalm.gif lol More proof that ya ain't that smart if you go Army :)
Mmmmmmcheese
a kuerig dispenses the perfect amount of hot water for a cup of noodles. happy colleging.
redloki55
I've always had some asshat that has used a kuerig incorrectly will have coffee grounds forever cycle, leaving any water tainted forever
Audasity
if the keurig works that is
ifavoritethingstoshowmywifewhenigethome
Spring for the first generation Keurig as it lasts a lot longer and use a Pur or Britta to fill it for less buildup
ArchangelTitus
I'm sorry but wtf, a kuerig... dude in college I could afford €0.07 noodles lol
52pickup
Kuerigs are trash disasters.
EdwardStarsmith
Not to mention the price per pound of coffee in those trash pods is almost comparable to the price of gold.
Cole2999
I sell them at retail. Can confirm.
MGQ2718
A lot of coffee companies make compostable pods now.
52pickup
It really should be the law for single-use plastics, honestly.
aimeethedrummer
I have a reuseable pod for mine. And I slip my tea into it so its easier for me to make. Now it always comes out perfect. (1/2)
52pickup
Agreed; the re-useable pods are GREAT and makes it very useable—but it takes time to clean, and that means like 90% of people won't do it :|
aimeethedrummer
But you are right even the guy who created the Keutig now hates that he made the pods for it. I guess it's just depends on how its used.
snowman520182dos
What college kid has a kuerig? That's some ivy league shit
McPleeben
Well not like you could afford the k-cups so what else would you be using it for?
EMTsaidwhat
Seriously just pick up a hot water kettle at target for like 20$, or look at goodwill. They are at thrift shops all the time.
ObiWanCanBlowMeE
Ive recently visited the ''jungle of Dunkirk'' and i've learned that these kettles are an excellent gift to a homeless person too.
ladybuglauren
The single cup ones are like $30 now and totes worth.
snowman520182dos
The cheapest I've seen is $80.
ladybuglauren
I am seeing $60 now, may have been a Black Friday sale. Apologies. Still worth IMO. <3
Etwasu
I have a knockoff keurig I got for $20, works fine with the cups, would still work for just the water
nero4ty2
most have a computer, tv, phone, video games etc, and a $60 keurig is expensive?
N0ledge
to cook fucking instant noodles yeah it is
nero4ty2
i feel like most college kids would have a keurig for coffee with the added benefit of hot water for noodles
morelikeconsham
As a graduate student, dont worry, you can be brought lower :) btw, buy a whole potato, stab it with a fork all over, rub with oil, and
morelikeconsham
Season with salt and pepper. 450 for an hour. It's like 5 min of work for restaurant quality baked potato. 400 for a sweet potato and add
morelikeconsham
Brown sugar after cooking.
NotTinyPancakes
Don't oven bake it microwave it for a couple of minute instead toss some cheese on the open jacket when its done and serve
morelikeconsham
Skin always comes out leathery and flavorless. Oven baking it after slathering it in oil gives you a delicious crisp skin.
NotTinyPancakes
But the cost to use ovens not to mention the amount of time waiting for it to preheat the cook just to cook 1/2
NotTinyPancakes
a potato (or 3 since they are very small now) isn't worth the 2 minutes to microwave and mine never come out soggy and flavorless
FilesInsideTheComputer
For the certificate of completion, which is statistically more valuable than what you're paying for it.
airen
And can be revoked in florida if you dont pay back loans
HoldOnToYourGifs
Do they then cancel the loan in return?
airen
Nope
justonemorepicturepls
Does this statistic only include cost or are work hours necessary to receive the certificate taken into consideration?
perceptualmotion
https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2018/data-on-display/education-pays.htm
twoamartist
ThisDique
Depending on the certificate. They tend to downplay the marketability of the more worthless certificates.
perceptualmotion
you're better off getting info on employability of degrees from your national labour bureau than the people selling you the degree...
jazzmatazz
Our college tries to be honest about it by including BLS job growth and median salaries for jobs that require that degree.
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jazzmatazz
We send out a survey - 6 months after graduating 99% had jobs or continued college, 98% in their field of study, ... 1/2
jazzmatazz
85% of students are in-state and a majority of the employers they listed having were local. 2/2
jazzmatazz
Even if the data is less than flattering. For instance Vet Tech earn less than the median salary for all workers.
allylujah
... what if I just graduated with an English degree
MrSaturday
I hear mcdonalds is hiring.
JustAnotherPOG
I know someone with an English degree. She started as a technical writer, and is now a junior project manager, still in her 20's.
DarthLabradoodle
Do they give you a diploma for that or a barista's apron? Asking for a friend.
CaptSweatpants
If you're in the states and have any interest in working in tech, check out https://www.epic.com/. They don't care what your major is. 1/2
CaptSweatpants
PM me if you have questions or would like details
Bearto
Publishing industry?
allylujah
I've been looking into it but it's hard to get started with that
VInTheSkyWithElephants
Editing is my dream but I have no idea how to get into it
Rendili
If you made above a 3.5, your options are teaching, more school, Technical writing, or shitty copywriting. Degrees are a good way (1)
allylujah
Jokes on me, I barely managed 3.0. But yeah I'm working on the find a job, any job part so I can have more time to apply to something I like
Rendili
of standing out if you have other skills when they're not STEM ones. I wouldn't have my job today if I didn't have my degree and it does(2)
Rendili
literally nothing with my job. History Undergrad and now I work as a Game Dev, who would have guessed I'd swap industries like that (3)
Rendili
NOTE: It did take me like...3 years to get this job, a sad reality of the job market right now, so find something you can do right now (4)