Funding Your Education
C ollege is more expensive than ever, and has quickly outpaced the minimum wage the average high school student can make. However, you've been told it's the only way to get a good job. What are you supposed to do? How do you navigate huge financial decisions before you've ever even lived on your own? Don't let healthy, motivating stress become crippling stress; you have several options: Working Loans Scholarships Alternative Paths Emergencies Disclaimer: This is based on my personal experiences as a college student, and I am not a professional in higher education, finances, or loans/scholarships. WORKING Even if your parents or scholarships will cover all your costs, working part-time in college is still a good idea. You can find on-campus part-time jobs that only expect you to work 8 hours per week, all the way up to the federally-mandated maximum of 20 hours per week. You can also choose to work off-campus, giving you more options and allowing more than 20 hours. ...