Student Deals: The Must-Have Apps and Websites for a Smooth Start to the Year

 

Finding Student Housing

When you move to a new city for your studies or internship, finding an apartment becomes a top priority.
These platforms will be your best allies:

• Bien’ici: A housing platform with geolocated listingsby neighborhood, perfect for targeting your future student home. With itsinteractive map, you can visualize your options based on what matters most — proximity to transport, shops, or your EFAP campus.
• My Veasytor: An innovative app that lets you visit apartments online, ideal for students searching from afar. Fun fact: this startup was founded byLena de Morgoli, anEFAP graduate.
• La Carte des Colocs: The go-to platform for students looking to share an apartment. Thanks to its interactive map, you can easily find available listings near your campus or internship location.

Furnishing Your Apartment on a Budget

Once you’ve found your new place, it’s time to make it feel like home — without spending too much. There’s no need to empty your savings or buy everything new each year: several easy solutions help you furnish your student apartment affordably (or even for free).

• LeBonCoin: The go-to website for finding second-hand furnitureat great prices, often close to where you live.
• Geev: A peer-to-peer donation app, perfect for picking upfree furniture, appliances, or home décor.

Eating Well on a Student Budget

Between classes, internships, and projects at EFAP, it’s not always easy to eat well without overspending. Thankfully, several apps help students save on food while also fighting food waste:

• Too Good To Go: get discounted meal basketsfrom restaurants, bakeries, and supermarkets.
• Nous Anti-Gaspi: buy unsold productsfor up to50% off.
• Frigo Magic : enter what’s in your fridge, and the app suggests simple recipesto help you waste less.

Enjoying Cultural Outings at Low Cost

Student life isn’t just about studying — and with the right apps, you can enjoy shows and cultural events without breaking the bank:

• Ticketnunc: find discounted last-minute ticketsfor concerts and performances.
• Crous & partners: access heavily discounted pricesfor concerts, plays, and screenings.
• Pass Culture: if you’re under 20, you can enjoy a government-funded creditto book cinema, concert, or museum tickets.

Second-Hand Fashion: Style on a Budget

Stay stylish while being smart about your spending — and the environment:

• Vinted: The must-have app for buying and reselling second-hand clothes, shoes, and accessories.
• Vestiaire Collective: The ideal site for designer or luxury piecesat reduced prices, while adopting amore sustainable approach.

Finding the Best Student Discounts

Being a student often means managing a tight budget — but it also comes with plenty of exclusive deals!
Here are three essential apps every student should have on their phone:

• UNiDAYS: The go-to platform for student discountson fashion, tech, sports gear, and even beauty products. All you need is your student email address.
• Student Beans: A must-visit website offering hundreds of exclusive student deals. Make it your go-to stop before any online purchase.
• Illicogreen: Created by students, for students, this app listseco-friendly brandsthat offer special discounts for the student community.

Traveling and Getting Around for Less

At EFAP, every academic year includes internships and professional projects, sometimes in different cities or even abroad. Travel is a key part of student life — and these programs help you save on transportation:

• Carte Avantage Jeune (SNCF): For ages 12–27, this annual €49 card (sometimes cheaper during promotions) gives you 30% off all train tickets.
• Carte MAX Jeune: For €79 per month, enjoy unlimited train travelwith free tickets.
• Programme Départ 18-25: A national initiative offering financial aidfor affordable travel in France and across Europe.

Life at EFAP is full of internships, creative challenges, and new experiences. Whether you’re moving to a new city, studying abroad, or exploring a new specialization, these student deals make your daily life easier — helping you balance your budget and your ambitions. By optimizing your spending with these apps and services, you gain the freedom to focus on what truly matters: learning, creating, building your network, and fully enjoying your years at EFAP.