Comments on: Is It Possible to Work Through College to Avoid Drowning in Loans?

By: Christina Ball

Christina Ball — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:07:54 +0000

@[100000145397981:2048:Halka Jean] You’re amazing too! You work so hard and have gone so far! muah!

By: Christina Ball

Christina Ball — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:07:19 +0000

I just speaking up, because some people take others for granted and some of my fellow students are doing incredible things with so much on their plate. I only had one parent and really want an education. I’m not so concerned with hanging out, I want to learn.

By: Halka Jean

Halka Jean — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:49:24 +0000

YOU. ARE. AMAZING. <3

By: Christina Ball

Christina Ball — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:37:40 +0000

all depends on other costs as well, not every student can rely on their family. Some of us have to pay for everything in our life and can’t take out big loans because we don’t have a long credit history. Some students are lucky to have another investing in their education. but some of us have extra responsibilities at home and at work and have others relying on us. It’s easier to concentrate on just yourself, but some of us can’t do that because we grew up too quickly and had to save up money just to get in the door. Grades and time management are only have of it.

By: Fiona Andrews

Fiona Andrews — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:26:25 +0000

I took 27 credits each semester and worked at least 10 hours each week. I also held three executive board positions in my sorority and found more than enough time to hang with my friends and go to the gym every single day, even considering I needed to practice my instruments for at least three-four hours each day.

I ended up graduating a year early with two degrees and two minors, magna cum laude. So yeah, as long as you are organised and sensible, it’s 100% feasible. In fact, I recommend it. Less stress about money, less reliance upon family, and more opportunities to meet people and experience new things.

By: Alison Elissa Coaching

Alison Elissa Coaching — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:12:17 +0000

Interesting. My reaction is a bit outside of the debate of whether working during college will impact grades. I think it’s a good idea to work in college to get a sense of different jobs and work environments.

By: Stephanie Gordon

Stephanie Gordon — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 01:11:14 +0000

I worked throughout college and I had plenty of time to enjoy myself, partake in on-campus activities, sporting events and doing the “typical” college stuff. My parents did help me some but at any given time I had two or three part time jobs, 12-15 credit hours, worked in several labs and had an internship while maintaining excellent grades.

Was I busy? Yes. Was it doable? Absolutely. It’s mindset. For me I was grateful to have the structure because it forced me to actually do my work and not leave everything until the last minute. Everyone is different but I think there is a lot to be said for forced schedule structure and contributing financially to your own education.

I’d say for college kids the best bet is part time jobs with in-town employers who understand and work around college kids’ schedules.