If you are enrolled in school, you've probably realized that school and school-related expenses can really drain your bank account; however, being a student does have its advantages. Did you know that many companies offer student discounts to those students who can show proof of school enrollment? Here are a few ways to help you save some money this semester:

• Need some grub? There are probably quite a few restaurants near your college or high school campus that offer students some type of discount or special promotion. Next time you eat out, ask one of the restaurant's employees if your student ID can help save you money.
• Values at venues! When you need a break from school, use your student ID to get a discount at some movie theatres, sporting events, theme parks, local fairs, concerts, etc.
• Flying frequently? Airline companies understand that college students will want to go home frequently, so many of them offer student discounts. Visit their websites or give them a call to inquire about how you can save some dough next time you go home.
• Savvy Shopping. Next time you go shopping, be sure to find out if the store you are shopping in offers students any discounts. Many department stores and home furnishing stores offer students a percentage off their regular priced purchases.
• Drive for less. Many insurance companies offer students with good GPAs a discount on car insurance. Sometimes the savings can be several hundreds of dollars a year. Keep those grades up and make sure that you are getting all the student-related discounts you can from your car insurance company.
• Healthy savings! Most college campuses have a student health center that offers students low cost healthcare, prescriptions and medicines.
• Ed-U-Savings! Being a student also gives you the advantage of getting educational discounts on computer hardware and software. Microsoft, Dell and many other large computer companies have special prices for students and educational personnel. Sometimes the amount you can save is huge!
• Speaking of savings...Saving money may be one of the last things on your mind right now, but many banks offer students special rates or promotions on checking and savings accounts. So join a bank that caters to your student needs. If you already have a bank account, be sure to find out if you are eligible for any of the bank's special student deals.