Grad Guide 2007

Advice for college grads from the D.C. area and beyond.
Grad Life

A Life of One's Own

No more teachers, no more books -- and no more dormitories, dining halls and campus credit. Now's the time to take charge of your life, which means balanced budgets, home-cooked dinners and cleaning your own shower. Drudgery? Call it what you will; it's not going anywhere. Here's hoping these resources make it more manageable.

Tips & Ideas

City Guide

Need places to go or people to see? We've got 'em.

Take it To Go

Get the best of City Guide -- right on your mobile device.

Lessons Learned

Your guide to group living, D.C. style.

Your Next Address

In our Rentals section, search for properties or roommates.

Packing Up?

If you're thinking of making a move, try our national cost-of-living calculator first.

With Prep, the Perfect Place

How's a grad on a budget to find a worthy pad? Sara Gebhardt has the scoop.

All About the Green

Are you ready to live on a grad's budget? Michelle Singletery dares you to make ends meet.

Live Smart

From cooking to decor and more, the best of The Post in Smart Living.

Find a Job

Ready to go? Then start your search for a local job right here.
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Grad Classics

Last year's advice still holds true. Here's more from the 2006 Grad Guide.

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