The best dating apps for students looking for love on campus

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We love a good party as much as anyone, but the logistics of trying to get to know someone in a packed basement over thumping tunes while everyone is doing shots in the corner are a bit challenging. It's not exactly the prime environment for romance.

Dating apps are the saving grace of university students everywhere. Whether you’re serious about finding someone, or just looking for a quick hookup, you may just need the right app. After all, everyone’s doing it. 

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At this point there are dating apps for every niche you can think of, whether you're into gaming, geek culture, or focusing on your career — there are people seeking the same things you are. As a university student, you have specific needs and probably don't want to wade through all the older people trying to get married. You need dating apps that are specifically good for uni-aged people. Read more...

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BEST FOR THE ROMANTIC

eharmony

eharmony offers ultimate compatibility tech, but it's not cheap.

• One month: £44.95
• Six months: £24.95/month
• 12 months: £13.95/month
• 24 months: £11.95/month

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BEST FOR COMMITMENT

Match

Match has a huge user base and matchmaking technology, but is pricey.

• One month: £29.99
• Three months: £19.99/month
• Six months: £9.99/month

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BEST FOR HOOKING UP

AdultFriendFinder

Live videos, group chats, and more monthly visitors than eharmony.

• One month: £15
• Three months: £13.33/month
• 12 months: £10.08/month

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BEST FOR TIGHT BUDGETS

Hinge

Hinge offers dating features that no other app provides.

• One month: £6.95
• Three months: £4.70/month
• Six months: £3.86/month

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BEST FOR KEEPING IT CASUAL

Tinder

Tinder pretty much changed the game when it comes to online dating.

• Tinder Plus: £4.99/month
• Tinder Gold: £7.49/month

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BEST FOR MEETING UP

Bumble

Bumble requires women to make the first move and clears out matches if there's no immediate communication.

• One month: £20.99
• Three months: £14/month
• Six months: £11.99/month

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BEST FOR GAY MEN

Grindr

Grindr is the OG dating and hookup app for gay men.

• Grindr Xtra Lite: £8.49/month
• Grindr Xtra: £7.33/month

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