Halloween Costume Ideas for Broke College Students

By Andrew Musur on October 19, 2014

Halloween is quickly approaching and I figured it was only appropriate to recommend some Halloween costumes. Although your bank account may be dwindling, you can still afford some ruthless costumes.

Here are some easy, do-it-yourself Halloween costumes for broke college students:

Seth from Superbad:

 

What could be better than dressing up as one of the most fun-loving, tail chasing, inspirational heroes of high school parties?

Relive your high school days with the classic Seth from Superbad costume. All this costume needs is a dark blue, button down shirt, a pair of jeans and two empty (or full) tide containers. You are sure to have a legendary night if you go dressed as Seth.

Saul Silver from Pineapple Express:

Although reliving high school glory days would be fun, something about being Saul Silver for Halloween just gets me every time. It might be the laid back attitude or that luscious flow, but whatever it is, Silver just gets it.

Throw on a pair of slippers, some pajamas and head out for what is sure to be a chill Halloween.

Bluto from Animal House:

Nothing screams, “I am here to party,” more than the 1978 Bluto costume. Bluto wasn’t the best in academics, but boy did he know how to have a good time.

The College sweatshirt, plaid shorts, white mid-calves and boots complete this outfit. Experience what Bluto felt as he showed up to his first fraternity party when you wear this outfit out.

Bill Lumbergh from Office Space:

My last cheap costume idea is a little different than the previous ones. Bill Lumbergh is the biggest jerk out there. Although no one likes the guy, that doesn’t mean he won’t turn into a great costume.

Grab a funky tie, shirt and suspenders from a local thrift shop or your closet and you are halfway there. There are just a few things left to make the perfect Lumbergh costume: a white coffee cup, some bulky glasses and that oh-so-famous middle part.

Throw this costume on, and people will be sure to take notice.

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