Masters student spent N4.2m flying to school, said he intended to save on rent

A Masters student spent N4.2m flying to school. He said he intended to save on rent than spend extravagantly.

According to a report by USA Today, Bill, a financially mindful individual, shared his unique approach to saving on rent during his master’s degree at Berkeley University.

Recognizing the exorbitant rental prices in San Francisco compared to his more affordable living situation in Los Angeles, he decided to take flights three times a week instead.

In total, Bill embarked on 238 flights throughout his academic journey, incurring a cost of $5,592.66 (N4,297,959.21).

Despite the unconventional nature of his commute, Bill’s commitment to his studies never wavered. His ability to attend classes consistently surprised many, considering the challenges of his arrangement.

As reported by the Daily Mail, the masters student spent N4.2m flying to school and often returned home late at night, striving to maintain his academic and financial goals simultaneously.

Interesting hack if true.

A University of California, Berkeley graduate student, known as Bill, opted to commute via plane from Los Angeles to the Bay Area to avoid paying rent.

Bill took a total of 238 flights during his academic year. He would wake up at 3:30 am to catch a… pic.twitter.com/qCKJqaYypj

— Kalu Aja (@FinPlanKaluAja1) July 6, 2023