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Working to pay for college
16/f
So I don't have a job and I feel kinda pressured to get one soon. Only because I'm planning on going to college out of high school. I'm a junior right now and graduating when I'm 17.
The college I'm planning to go to is out of state and probably like somewhat over 8,000 for the whole year.
If I got a job now would I have enough money by the end of my senior year?
If I don't get one now and get one during my senior year do you think I'll still get enough money?
I live in California if that helps for anything. Thanks so much!
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Honestly? No. If you're working a part-time job, let's say 16 hours a week (which is generous, some jobs won't give you that many every week), after taxes you'll make around 3 or 4 thousand a year...and of course there will be other things you need money for.
Of course, get a job- it's important to do, always nice to have a paycheck, and if you wait until you're 18 it's gonna be near impossible to get one with no experience. Save at least half of every paycheck.
However, you definitely want to look into financial aid options and loans, as even a community college is really hard to pay for yourself. (Just the books are often hundreds each.)
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Depending on the job, and how often you work, and how much you can save, it is possible for you to earn $8000 by the time you go to college. But, what are you planning to do for your second year? You won't be able to pull in another $8000 by then, in all probability. Furthermore, you're going to have living expenses because it's out of state, and you won't be able to live at home anymore. You'll need a place to sleep and food to eat. There are also additional school-related expenses like books, supplies, class fees, etc. The bottom line is, you'll probably need about sixteen thousand dollars for your first year of college, not eight - and once again, that's just for the FIRST year.
I would definitely encourage you to look into scholarships, grants, and work/study programs. You're not going to be able to finance your college education solely on what you can earn between now and then.
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Heyy,. Getting a job gives you money as well as Experince and maturity.
If you are relly wanting a job,. then you should apply for one that your interested in.
As far as money for collage,.
What is a good plan is try putting a significant amount away each paycheck,. or each month.
OR if you don't think saving yourself is a good plan as you fear you will spend the money
You could try giving the money to your parents or someone you trust,.
Not a friend or a sibling,. as i'm sure they might spend it.
*Hope This helps
^Jasmine;
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