I always visit La Barbaria Express, not just because it's the closest salon to my home, but because the folks there are so nice and accommodating. They keep a record of my preferred hair coloring, so they'll get it right no matter who is dying me. I'm not a student, but I've noticed they usually have specials aimed towards them, such as discounted hair cuts on (I *THINK*) Mondays and sales on bikini- and sandal-weather related procedures just before summer break. They take walk-ins, but for your own benefit, make an appointment well in advance (either over the phone or on line) because there ARE plenty of people who like this place. FYI, some of those people I've seen are guys getting their hair cut and/or their beards trimmed, so dudes should feel comfy there as well.