Financing Higher Education

to twenty hours a week in class. Many students have time to work ten to twenty hours a week as well. Even if you can only work five hours a week, think about what six dollars an hour, five hours a week adds up to. It will certainly pay for your books and supplies. Also remember that college students get a lot of time off, including a large part of the winter holiday rush (get a job wrapping presents at the nearby mall), and three to four MONTHS in the summer. Working full-time during this period can bring in good money. Work with your campus career services office to find a good position -- some companies will pay current students over fifteen dollars an hour, in hopes of attracting future employees. With that kind of money, you can make over $5,000 in a summer. If you don't have any job opportunities near where you live, your campus may have scholarships available for living or traveling expenses during the summer. Ask around.

Please remember not to rely solely on this article. Use it only as a guide. Check with the admissions and financial aid offices at each college you apply to for the most correct and timely information.

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