Should I move out, and risk no money for College?

Question

Im 20 & tired of living with my parents-- I am ready to move out, but where should I move? I live in a small town near Seattle, and Im tired of the whole Seattle area. My original plan was to move near the college I would attend, (either in CA or NY) but since my parents can't afford it they basically just say tough luck. I am tired of this & want to prove to them I can do it myself. What should I do, as I do want to go to college but how can I work and go to school and pay for housing on my own?

Answer 1

Don't move out, trust me. I did the same thing when I was 20-21ish. I was over the whole living w/ my parents thing, I wanted to get away from them, I couldn't stand listening to my mom ***** and moan about everything, and my dad just kept asking when I was getting married and when I was going to move out. So, I did. Big mistake, the move part costs money, on top of the stuff to live, sit on, food to eat, add bills, and then the costs for college. Basically it equals, you have no money, and you have to work just to afford living away from them for a while, which takes away from the time you have for your school work. Seriously, learn from my mistakes, stick it out, mooch a little more from them, graduate, get a job, then move out. You won't have to worry about the dreaded question, "Hey mom/dad, is it okay if I move back for a little while?" When things just aren't working out on your own.

Answer 2

yes. If you really want the everyday hard hard life and struggle. Go to community college now where you are. It doesn't cost anywhere near as much and armed with an associates getting into a university is much easier and cheaper. Want to leave now look into jobs and costs in the area that you want to move to. Don't disregard the ideas of living in a dorm for a year. It is a wonderful experience that I really believe that everyone would benefit from. Also when going to college or university you can get a job through them as well as working another part time job. Weigh out the possibilities on both sides. Ca and NY are expensive. Can you find a job and an apartment that you can afford. You can do anything that you put your mind to if it is well thought out and planned. Good luck, I was there once and have a BA now

Answer 3

Why are you so anxious to move out of Seattle? "I'm tired of Seattle" is a pretty lame reason to move out of Washington. Washington has the highest percentage of college educated adults in the country. If your parents are willing to pay for your education at a resident school, suck it up, be a man, get your education, AND THEN move. You'll be much better prepared to live in very expensive places like California or NY after you have skills for a meaningful career. (P.S. I live in CA.; I know what I'm speaking of...)

Answer 4

No don't. Stay for college money. What you can do is live in a dorm room at college. Therefore most of the year you will be free, living how you want at school. And you will only see your parents on holidays and summers. Once you arent around a lot your parents will miss you and treat you nicer when you come home to visit.

Answer 5

If you really want to move out and college, it is possible. For example, you live off campus cheaper than on in an apartment that is based on your income. Then, you should be able to receive grants and student loans. a lot of ppl attend college part-time and work full-time, or the opposite. Good luck in your decision.

Answer 6

id probably have to say to go into the military.its what my brother did.he was 21 years old and going nowhere.so he went into the military and came back 4 months later alll disciplined and stuff. not to mention with a whole lot of money.He said it wasnt that bad cuz the friends you make over there make the time go by fast and make it fun.Now that hes out hes signing up for college to get a degree in crime and ounishment. now that he has the money he can afford it.Also military training just gives you like a perfect guaranteed job no matter what it is you applied for.

Answer 7

I would say that you should try to get into a house with a few other students, and either go to school part time while working, or try to work and go the full time route. If you talk to the college you have been accepted to, they should have some sort of help

Answer 8

At your age, as long as you're living on your own & depending on how much money you are making, you could probably qualify for a PELL grant and/or student loans. Go check out the college you want to attend, apply, and check out housing options. Go to http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/index.htm and list the colleges you are interested to find out if you qualify for the grant and if not, what would you have to do to qualify and what other options are available to you. Good luck!

Answer 9

college is so much more important than moving out right now. I moved out when i was 19 to San Antonio and couldn't afford to go to school. It was a brutal struggle and now that i am back at home i am solely concentrating on school. I wasted a lot of time while i was living on my own and regret it.

Answer 10

actually if you move out you become your own supporter so you become eleigible for more college funds like financial aid and scholarships. as long as you live with your parents the finacial aid goes by there income and you probably wouldn't qualify. The less income you have the mopre you qualify for as far as college help goes. so go ahead make that choice and move out you'll be able to fund your education alot easier living on your own