It’s no secret that college students are ballin’ on a budget. Your three hour work-study shift, (at $8 per hour), isn’t exactly enough dough to support the diva lifestyle you think you deserve. It seems like no matter how many hours you work at your minimum-wage job, you’re constantly struggling to make enough cash. But what exactly does one do when they’re chasing a Kardashian lifestyle on a Flavor Flav budget? Every college student has tricks to “stay afloat” when their funds are getting low. No one likes to ask their parents for money, so you do what all hardworking adults do; pick up a few extra shifts at work and live off Ramen Noodles until payday. Then, you hustle-on in this manner until you have enough money to put gas in your car and to pay Friday night’s cover charge at your favorite bar. The only thing that makes you feel better is knowing that your roommate is struggling as much as you are. Here are a few of the unfortunate realities one faces as a broke-a$$ college student.

1. Feeling #Blessed when you find money in your pocket.

2. Sometimes you get lucky and your Grandparents sneak you some cash.

3. You're constantly hangry because you have no money for groceries.

4. Your car is constantly low on gas.

5. Trying to eat healthy but salads are eight dollars and McNuggets are one dollar.

6. When you can't afford to buy a case of water bottles.

7. Asking a friend to spot you cash for a cab.

8. Returning bottles and cans for some extra money.

9. Begging a friend to "swipe you in" at the dining hall so you can eat for free.

10. Struggling on every quiz because you refused to pay for the textbook.

11. Trying to get your boyfriend/girlfriend to buy you food like...

So college students, cheer up! We all feel your pain. Try to remember it won't be this way forever. One day, after these four long, painful, broke years, you'll have a grownup job! And we all know what that means, all the Chipotle you could ever dream of! So until then, return your water bottles for some extra cash, collect coins in a jar, and always say yes to a free meal.