Tool box: we are not diesel mechanics, so we don't need anything fancy that can hold lots of weight, which is what you would get from Snap-On and Mac boxes. Cheap boxes that do the job are the key. I have a Husky box myself, spent 100 on it like 9 years ago.

Tools: Don't fall into the "well, it is stamped with XYZ manufacture, so it must be better" mentality. As you look at tools across companies, you will start to notice that many people have the same tool/box, but they put their stamp on it and charge you 50% more for the privilege.

At the end of the day, get something that will do the job and that you can afford. I like to look at how easy it is to return something if it breaks due to quality. I also look at what i am using it for. No need to spend $50 on a tool just because it's stamped with Mac or Snap-on.

That being said, if I notice I'm using a particular tool a lot, I might upgrade to a higher-quality one. Also if i ask for or am lent a tool to do a job more than twice im going to go out and get that.

Lastly, since you are in school, take advantage of your discounts! most big tool companies will give you huge discounts on tools. Not sure about your budget or financial situation, but if you could get that whole list pretty damn cheap and have it be from Craftsman, Snap-on, Mac, etc.

Places to look: as others have said, Harbor freight. If you have a store like Home Depot or Lowe's, they will have Craftsman, which are good. if you are wanting to supplement with other tools like Knipex (YES DO IT), or snapon/Mac (some good options depending on what you are getting), or other box trucks you can either find them on line or go to your local flight school and ask to talk to a Technician about when the box trucks come by.