Do students with jobs have better grades than those without jobs? or is it the other way around
2006-10-10 09:16:38 · 7 answers · asked by Heidi L 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
I would have to say it depends entirely on the student. I've known people on all ends of the "busy" spectrum and all levels of achievement. Some of my friends had jobs and sports and school and were sinking, while others were on the dean's list every semester. It just depends.
2006-10-10 09:21:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question. It depends on the job. Having a job that takes time from school leads to bad grades. While having a job that rienforces what you learn in school, (assistant nurse + medicine major) can actually help you get better grades and they are more understanding of what you go through as a student. But a mall job (like mine) is not good when you are in school because they dont understand that your school comes first and that somedays you might need to take time of work for school.
2006-10-10 16:21:50 · answer #2 · answered by lovepinkbeloved 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am currently a college student taking 14 hours. I also work 2nd shift as a security guard at the campus student union. I make pretty good money, as my rank is Captain, but it definitely takes away from my available study time. If I wasn't making 9.00 an hour for yelling at students, and kicking drunk and disorderly people out of the building, I would not be working. I am a commuter as well, so my time is limited anyway. It is a struggle for me to keep up with my work, but how else will I be able to afford rent to move on-campus next semester?
2006-10-10 16:20:44 · answer #3 · answered by Benny 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think students with jobs might suffer from lower grades. Because of the income, students dedicate more time to working than to their school work. I think it all depends on the individual though. When I worked while in high school, my grades were still high. It's all about discipline and time management. And most students' parents won't allow them to work anymore if their grades suffer. If your grades do begin to suffer, I suggest quitting work. Especially if you're only in high school, there's probably no urgent need for an income if you're still living at home. Also, working while in high school can make you miss out on dances, homecoming events, hanging out with friends, parties, etc. But it's all about what works best for you.
2006-10-10 16:27:14 · answer #4 · answered by chocolate-drop 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on the person. It all depends on how much time you put in to your school work versus the time you spend at work. If you can get your employer to give you a decent shift that will give you time to work and time to do your homework then you have it made.
Some people that work get awesome grades and some who work don't get very good grades at all.
It all has to do with you and the amount of time you put into your home work. Just make time for it even though you are working. and you should be fine.
2006-10-10 16:20:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I could go back and do it again, I would choose not to work. Working made me tired and got in the way of homework.
2006-10-10 16:18:53 · answer #6 · answered by Angela D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know, but I got paid to skip school half a day in my senior year. PRAISE THE LORD!
2006-10-10 16:20:38 · answer #7 · answered by The Bird 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋