For me...it is! I work for my family business so it is even tougher to ask for one simple day off to study/do hw. I work there 6 days a week and about no more than 35 hrs a week. I am falling behind on my math courses!
Here is my sch:
M-Work 10am-5:30pm(no school),
T&Th-School 9:30am-12:30pm, Work 1:30pm-5:30pm, School 6:30pm-9:00pm,
W- Work 10am-5:00pm, School 6:00pm-8:45pm,
F-Work 10am-5:30pm(no school), Sat- Work 10am-5:oopm, Sunday-OFF!!!
Am I doing too much? Should I drop my Wed class and focus on my T&Th classes more cause it is math so it takes longer to do the work? But I want to finish all my courses this semester and get out of school a.s.a.p! I just went to college to please my family...I never did too well in school!
2006-09-13 08:06:45 · 9 answers · asked by JM 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
It sounds like you have a lot on your plate. Are you wanting to stay in school and get a degree? Or are you wanting to stay in school until the end of the semester?
If you want to stay in school and keep all of your courses then you might want to see about working fewer hours. If you can't cut your hours to 20 to 25 hours then see if you can at least cut it to 30 or 32 hours. Maybe consider not working on Tuesday's and Thursday's. That would take about 8 hours right there. If you do go on those two days then see if you can have Saturday's off. Or see if you can alternate the days that you are off. There are a lot of possibilities with the schedule you have at school. If your family wants you to do well in school then they should understand that you need more time for your study time to actually succeed in college. I don't know what kind of family business you guys have but I am sure that your family would be willing to help you succeed.
As an undergraduate I only worked during the summer and focused on my courses during the year. As a graduate student I work 32 to 36 hours a week and take two courses. It's a lot to have to deal with but with the job I have the scheduling is flexible.
I understand that it's difficult to go to school and work but if you really want to succeed then you might want to talk to your family about scheduling. Either that or drop a class. Of course, I would recommend talking to your parents about the different options (dropping one class, drop out all together, work fewer hours, or quit working).
2006-09-13 08:37:22 · answer #1 · answered by fieldworking 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I put myself through school by working multiple jobs, loans, and scholarship. The only social life I had for years were study groups. For me it was hard but worth it. I wanted nothing more than to earn my degree. It was well worth any sacrifice I made. It sounds like that is not the case for you. If school is not your priority now maybe it is best to drop a class and focus on just one or two general education classes per semester. That way you will keep up your grades and have a good GPA when (or if) you want to get serious about your education. Don't worry I work with students that are well over 40 or 50 so it's never too late. If, however, you really want to focus on school talk to your family. Many students I work with are first generation, meaning their parents never attended or graduated from college. I am also a first gen. student I think that's why I'm so interested in this population. Parents of first gen. students have a hard time understanding the time committment it takes to do well in school. They think that you only need to attend class and when you are out of class you have free time. Not true. The formula for planning a class or a schedule for students is for every 1 hour in class 3 hours outside of class should be spent working on the class. This includes reading chapters, doing research, studying, etc. Some classes require less work, others more. Also 1st gen parents tend to underestimate the value of a college education. They are often working class people who put more value in working. They see the immediate returns of a paycheck and not the delayed gratification of a diploma. Explain all of this to them. Maybe even have them talk to a school counselor. With a little compromise maybe you can all find a schedule that works for everyone. Good luck.
2006-09-13 08:34:09 · answer #2 · answered by Stacy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't drop the course, talk to your family about reducing your work hours, explain to them that you need some hours off during the week to complete your workload. It's a well known fact that dropping courses many times means that you will delay taking it again. Your education is very important even if you don't feel that it is at this point. I also worked during the first part of my college years and eventually had to quit my full time job and get a job working the weekends only in order to finish my schooling. Good luck!!
2006-09-13 08:21:25 · answer #3 · answered by Steven T 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is really a personal question that you should examine carefully. I know how you feel, I'm currently working 2 jobs (one full and one part time) as well as working on my masters. and I'm married. So, it is really up to you and your personal situation. If you feel you aren't getting the most out of your classes, and lowering your work load isn't an option, then take one less class. By doing this, you also have to examine how it affect your finances, i.e financial aid, it will take you longer to graduate, meaning you won't be able to work in your field. School can be over whelming, but it is definately worth the investment, no matter how long it may take.
2006-09-13 08:58:23 · answer #4 · answered by chellie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What are your long-term goals? If you plan to stay with the family business, slow down your college a little. In terms of holding a degree, it makes no difference if you finish in four years or ten years. But if you want to get out into the open market, finish college asap because the sooner you finish, the sooner you will begin to earn more money, retirement benefits, and gain valuable and marketable job experience. I say this because, while college is a wonderful investment in your future potential, it does keep you from amassing capital while you are busy learning. But, what ever you decide DO NOT DROP OUT!!!
2006-09-13 08:41:01 · answer #5 · answered by my sign 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-07 06:19:03 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For me, college and juggling work was a very hard thing. I was too stressed and overworked to the point I had no time to sleep when I wanted to study and make good grades. Some people can do some people can't. I know it wasn't for me. So I quit my job so I could put more time and concentration on my education. Later in my studies I was able to work and go to school part time.
2006-09-13 08:10:26 · answer #7 · answered by ♥ Lips of Morphine ♥ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It looks to me like you are both working and taking classes very close to full time. While some people can manage that, it must be very hard for someone who really doesn't like school very much. You are doing a lot, but if you really want to finish asap and need to work this many hours, you may need to grin and bear it for now.
2006-09-13 08:30:34 · answer #8 · answered by neniaf 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
School should be a priority and you shouldn't drop any classes. Keep going! Talk to your parents about reducing your work, because of school. Hopefully, they'll understand. In the future, they'll be thanking you. lol I work 20 hours and go to school full time.. so it gets me tired alot, but I'm a senior now and survived. Now I can't wait till I graduate...
2006-09-13 08:25:53 · answer #9 · answered by skippybilly 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋