can i support myself at 17 years old.?

Question

i want to move out of my parents home because we dont get along.i am now 17 going to be 18 next month.i am adopted was adopted at3 months old so i dont know if i can get money for that .im currently not working but im still looking for a job.i want to go to collegue i am graduatate this year.is there any way that i can support myself at all.i really need to get out of that house.

Answer 1

No, not at all. First of all, if you do get a job, it'll probably be minimum wage. Minimum wage is not nearly enough to support yourself. Sorry, but it's true. Especially if you want to go to college, that will just be impossible, unless you go to a public university and get a scholarship somehow. At 17, your chances are slim to none.

Answer 2

It would be very tough supporting yourself at this age especially if you have goals of college. It would be to your advantage to stay where you are and start saving money as fast as you can. Get on line and find some college grants. There is money available for college but you will have to dig it out. Most colleges have staff who are there to help you find money. Get on the phone and call, call, call.

Since I don't know how bad you home situation is it's very hard to advise you, but the problem is probably multi leveled and you could possibly sit down with your parents and discuss how bad you feels and see if something can be done to make it livable. I would think that someone who adopted a 3years old must love that child and maybe you are going through those rebel years and causing some of the problems yourself. You might find you self a sponsor at church or school and discus with them what is happening and let them sit in the discussion with your parents.

Best of luck, but have an open mind. because that will be your best way to get what you need to make you goals work.

Answer 3

Hi hon...

lots of people are adopted, and i don't think your being adopted has anything to do with the fact that you and your parents don't get along. The truth is, many times teenagers don't get along that great with their parents... and i hope this blows over...

If you want to go to college, and intend to apply for student grants and loans, you will need your parent's financial information... just so you know.

I'm not sure if you can live in a dorm or find a room mate, or whether you can afford to live on your own... but if you are having family problems, why not take some time and ask your parents if they will listen to you? Tell them how you feel .... "I FEEL ________" You can even write a list of things you feell so you are prepared.

Ask them what YOU can do to make your relationship better, also. Sometimes the kid has to step up to the plate and be the adult. Maybe your parents will then consider what you say, and what you are feeling, will think about the situation and try to come to some good solutions.

take care. and please try talking first.

Answer 4

This is hard to answer because we do not know your location.
Location mean everything as far as cost of living goes.
You will need to be bringing home at least $400 a week in most rural areas, and have yourself on a realistic budget. You can not spend money on going out and partying, shopping for new clothes and eating out. You will have to support a mode of travel for work, rent, utility bills, insurances, food cost, medical care along with a whole list of the unseen exspenses.
Not to mention the all expensive college cost.
This is why so many college girls (who don't have parental support) resort to exotic dancing till they are done with school and can begin a respectable career. Sad but so.

Answer 5

It's hard to support yourself at any age, but it's nearly impossible without a source of income!
Your best bet would be to live in the college dorm, find work in between your classes, and save some money up.
I understand where you're coming from though...don't give up! Maybe you can stay with another relative, or a friend for a while.
Either way sweetie...good luck, and I hope that everything works out for you!

Answer 6

You may be able to support yourself if you find a job but there are many costs to life that someone who has never experienced will have.

I suggest you stay at home as long as you can especially if you are planning to attend college. Life is expensive.

I moved away from home at 16 years old and had very tough times. In fact I wonder now how I made it at all. Please think about your actions and the results of your actions.

I don't want you to end up living a lifestyle you can't control because of finances.

Answer 7

Every person has had this thought process through their mind. I would first see is my parents would help me get into college, if they would, move into a dorm, and get a job. That way if you get into a bind they would be more likely to help you out, more so than if you moved out in anger. The problem is most people won't pay you enough to adequately support yourself just because of your age. Sad but true.
I hope everything workes out.

Answer 8

You really would not be able to support yourself. If it is that unbearable to live with your parents, talk to them about it. Tell them you were even thinking about moving out...that will probably get them to be a little bit nicer. If they aren't, you can always sign up for activities that keep you out and about all day. Next year you can live on the campus, so you might just have to stick it out until then.

Answer 9

you can just find a college where you stay and live @ the campus - alternately, yes you could get a job and support yourself but I doubt you'll earn enough and still be able to attend a colelge,

if you live with a friend or someone else who's in the same situation it might lighten the load a bit.

Answer 10

Join the military. You will get housing, clothing, and you will be fed and get a pay check. Since you will be 18 soon, it is the perfect solution and you will learn a marketable skill.