For all of you up and coming (UAC) comics, money can be tight.  Most UAC comics can not head line at clubs due to the fact that they can’t sell tickets. How can a UAC comic make money to survive while working on the fame? COLLEGES.  Now a lot of comics don’t like performing for colleges because the comic may have an act that is not responsive to students. Well, for you the struggle will continue, but for those that have an hour of clean, decent material, the college route can help you survive until you get to the next level. First off, you need a good college agent. They take anywhere from 10-20 percent commission, but most of the good colleges only work with agencies so it is no way around them.   Next, the agent will probably get you to showcase for the college board NACA.  NACA have showcases for different regions all around the country. You have to pay about $800 dollars to showcase but the thing about NACA is that they will book you for the year (I had one comic friend book 42 shows at a NACA showcace) so the $800 is worth it.  Colleges pay anywhere from $1500 and up for a one nighter. Most of the time you book your own travel and hotel but hey, you will be getting more for one night at a college that a week featuring at a club. You may perform in a lunch room, student basement, a hallway, but who cares, you are getting paid. I have found the students to be very refreshing and fun. They come to laugh and have a good time so just keep your act clean and simple. Good luck!