I want to work while I'm in college. However, I can't seem to be able to because whatever I do (work-wise) it will go onto my financial record, which I have to report to towards the FAFSA which reflects how much financial need I get for school. I can either work to pay tuition, or accept financial aid and not work. In the end it would essentially be the same thing...only one requires working to make ends meet for tuition while the other has you paying the tuition back at a later time.
Is there any chance where one can work but it doesn't drastically reduce the amount of financial aid you get?
2007-06-07 12:35:35 · 4 answers · asked by sariff 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Financial Aid
This is a tough spot to be in. Believe me, I understand. I don't know how far along you are in school or how old you are, but if you're a dependent who has to report parents' earnings as well, almost anything you make will count against you! First and foremost, definitely apply for as many scholarships as you can. They may not seem like much on their own, but they do add up.
Another option is to find a job where someone will pay you under the table. If you like kids, babysitting is a great way to help make ends meet. There is usually less security in these kinds of jobs, but at least it pays the rent.
2007-06-07 17:54:53 · answer #1 · answered by Tippy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Welcome to the middle class!
Believe me, it gets worse. Right now I have my BA and I could start substitute teaching, which pays quite well, but if I make more than about $40 a month, I can no longer qualify for subsidized childcare at the university. When that happens, my childcare increases from $10 a day to $60 a day (for two kids), and by the time taxes are taken out I would barely break even. I would be further stressing myself by adding work to the mommy/student mix and I wouldn't be adding anything to the house financially.
If you have to pay back your financial aid, you should evaluate your situation, because it all depends on what area you're in and how much you can expect to be making at your first job out of college. Check into it, though, because I didn't have to pay back FAFSA money, just loans (which I avoided).
Maybe a better idea is to volunteer for companies or do unpaid internships that apply to your major. No, you won't have more money, but you will make your resume look fabulous and will be more likely to get a higher paying job (or negotiate your wage based on the amount of experience you have).
Good luck!
2007-06-07 12:54:11 · answer #2 · answered by lil_nickys_123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with your financial aid office regarding a workstudy position. These are usually on campus jobs and will not adversely affect your aid package the next year.
2007-06-11 08:19:53 · answer #3 · answered by JRM 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, either federal work study or work where you don't make alot of money like a weekend job.
2007-06-07 12:44:10 · answer #4 · answered by I'll tell it like it is 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋