Ways for University Students to Make Money: Beyond Tutoring and Part-Time Jobs

This post has an upbeat, practical, and slightly playful tone aimed at students looking to earn money over the summer. Here’s a natural English translation that keeps that same friendly and casual voice:

Seeing your classmates all finding ways to make money during summer break but you still don’t have any income? Here are 9 great ways to help you out! 🔻
(Future) Note trading platform for incoming university students: @flowsophic

Barrier to entry: 🎓🎓🎓
Workload: 🌚🌚
Income: 💵💵💵💵

After DSE results come out, many students rush to find tutoring jobs — high pay, comfortable work!
Typical agency commissions last two weeks, but some newer platforms only charge one week’s fee — double-check before signing up 🤭.
Also, know your market rate: small-group tutoring is often more cost-effective!

Most university students start around $150/hr, while those with 5*/5** results can charge $180–$200/hr, and top-tier subjects can go up to $250+/hr. Don’t let people lowball you unless you really need the cash 😛

Barrier: 🎓
Workload: 🌚🌚🌚🌚🌚
Income: 💵💵

With only a month of summer left, some may skip this, but if you’re short on money, weekend part-time jobs in clothing stores, convenience stores, or restaurants are still options. Pay is lower than tutoring, but it’s useful for work experience 🙂

If you prefer something easier, try jobs like Hong Kong Jockey Club call operators or MTR signboard holders (don’t be shy—apply in person! Hourly rate around $70).
To find better roles (like tutoring center assistants, etc.), check job boards such as Indeed or JobsDB.

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The most famous examples are TSA or DSE marker positions — applications open around November/December (DSE ones for university students open around May/June).
You can also find event helper roles for exhibitions, some paying up to $80/hr. Keep an eye on event organizers’ websites!

If you have artistic or performance skills, you can also try freelancing or YouTube, though it really depends on your network 🥳 (Barrier 🎓🎓🎓🎓🎓).
Jobs like adding subtitles, translation, transcription, etc., can also be found on JobsDB or similar sites.

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Once you get to uni, check your emails regularly!
Universities often send weekly mass emails that include opportunities from psychology, medicine, or sociology departments seeking participants for experiments.
The pay isn’t huge, but they’re easy to complete!

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Income: 💵💵 + 🧠🧠

These are also advertised via mass emails. Pay is usually around $55/hr, but you can gain valuable experience.
Some roles are for university events (helpers, ambassadors), while others let you assist professors with research — great CV material and a learning opportunity!

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This one takes more skill. If you’re not afraid to lose a bit at first and are confident in photography or marketing, go for it!

Selling old notes already counts as running an online shop. Try Carousell instead of Instagram—it’s more effective.
Girls can get a boost selling cosmetics, clothes, or accessories 🤭
If you’ve made neat, beautiful notes worth selling, join us at @flowsophic!

Barrier: 🎓🎓🎓🎓🎓🎓🎓🎓
Workload: 🌚
Income: 💵💵💵💵💵💵💵💵

Universities offer many types! If you did well on your DSE or have athletic/artistic talent, keep an eye on your uni emails — especially early in the semester.
Applications can be tedious, so keep all your secondary school certificates!
Many require recommendation letters, so ask your teachers or principal early 😆

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Every year there are government Grants + Loans (two separate applications).
If your family income isn’t high, make sure to apply — there’s a lot of money available! 🤑
There are also dormitory and living allowances. The application is complicated, so help your parents prepare income proofs, asset statements, bank books, etc.

Barrier: 🎓
Workload: 🌚🌚🌚🌚🌚
Income: 💵💵

Not driving, but you can try being a Deliveroo or Foodpanda walker/courier. It’s tiring, but another legit way to earn! Check their websites or apps for more info.

There’s a site called clixsense that lets you earn money doing daily surveys. Haven’t tried it, but seems reliable — worth a go!

If you’ve got some capital and experience, you might also try investing while learning about asset management — it’s rewarding, though risky 🥶

After all, there’s no free lunch in this world. Earning money takes effort — think smart, find creative ways to make cash, and remember: saving wisely is also earning! 😉