Review of "The not-rich kid's guide to graduation from college with almost no debt"

Alex T. Williams a Ph.D student of communications at University of Pennsylvania tells his college journey in his essay “The not-rich kid’s guide to graduation from college with almost no debt.” Williams tells the reader how he ended up receiving his four-year degree when he had originally dropped out of high school and got a GED instead. Williams couples his personal story with eight tips he wants to pass on to college students. 

1. Take as many community college courses as possible
2. Resist the draw of the “prestigious” college
3. Take placement exams seriously
4. Research your professors
5. Find a mentor
6. Learn how to apply for financial aid and scholarships
7. Buy old textbooks
8. Work throughout college*

* Williams points out in his essay though he considered taking part-time school and full time work he instead worked part-time and went to school full-time because he didn't want to spend a longer time in school than was necessary.