Hi there, I'm a new member on this site but I've been reading posts on here for a long time. Well, my situation is, I'm 17 and I am a full time Dual Enrollment student at a community college taking my nursing pre-reqs (pretty much instead of taking my senior year classes at my high school). I have been accepted into 3 nursing programs - waiting on 3 more answers to decide where I want to go.
I was lucky enough to get a scholarship that will cover all of my tuition for nursing school, and I intend on applying for more and grants and such, so it is not the actual nursing school costs that worry me.
I would really like to move out as soon as possible. My home life is not a good situation, I've been working almost full time since I was in 8th grade and pretty much taking care of all of my living costs along with an unstable, addicted parent, besides the mortgage. So please no answers that I simply won't be able to move out cause I'm too young and don't know the responsibilities. At this point, moving out would be the best choice for my mental well-being. What I'm asking is if it is possible to do while in Nursing school?
I work part time as a pca and in childcare along with school. I've paid for this years entire tuition, insurance, and everything no problem, but obviously I would try to get even better work to move out. However, is it possible to hold a good job while going to school?
Any suggestions on good jobs to search for that could work with nursing school, and cheapest independent living situations? I live in a small town in Western Mass, and I was honestly maybe looking at renting a mobile home while in school, any other suggestions? My boyfriend may also move in with me and split costs, either that or I could also maybe look for a roommate. So any suggestions? If there are any answers thank you so much, I would really appreciate it.!
Your cheapest route would be to rent a room in a nice home. No room mate problems there. You just go to your room to sleep and do your studying. Try to find a quiet family with other living characteristics that are compatible (regarding smoking, etc.). Lots of people that live near schools rent rooms so you should not have a problem finding one if you start early.
Selena, I have to say you sound like a very mature young lady and you have taken on a lot of responsibility. And I wish you the best of luck in the future.
My suggestion would be to try to get in as many hours of work before entering into your nursing program. Try to build yourself a nice chunk of savings, this way you aren't so stressed when trying to work during school. All of the previous posters gave you sound ideas and any of those ideas would work for you. Again, good luck.
Maybe I missed it but why can't you live in a dorm? If your willing to rent a room in a family homehave room mates, live with an elderly person... Go off to college, have fun, make new friends, live in a dorm,meals are included and it can be covered with grants loans and scholarships....[/quote']
^This; plus it's much MORE safer.
I am curious as well. Unless the scholarship is NOT covering this, then I understand; however, I would discuss with the school if it is covered, or getting a small housing stipend; it may be still available, or try local apartments near the school; try for a studio apartment or look on the school boards for housing that are discounted for college students or students looking for room mates-most are pre approved by student life and housing.
Maybe I missed it but why can't you live in a dorm?
If your willing to rent a room in a family home,have room mates, live with an elderly person...
Go off to college, have fun, make new friends, live in a dorm,meals are included and it can be covered with grants loans and scholarships....
I'm curious as well, considering at one point she said it was just a last resort. I have 2 bachelor's degrees and went to 3 different colleges...and have met all likes of people that work full time and have tons of responsibility. ...and live in a dorm.
Maybe I missed it but why can't you live in a dorm?
If your willing to rent a room in a family home,have room mates, live with an elderly person...
Go off to college, have fun, make new friends, live in a dorm,meals are included and it can be covered with grants loans and scholarships....
Agreed. I have lived in a dorm for almost 2 years and do appreciate being right on campus, less than 100 yards from the School of Nursing, and with a variety of dining options so I don't have to cook. I have a single, so no roommate problems to worry about.
I will not live in campus for the fall (it will be my senior year and I am getting an apartment) BUT I have enjoyed the convenience of being a resident. It's a great opportunity you should take advantage of, OP!
Now after hearing some things here I'm also going to look into the option of a single dorm and see what the situations are at each college. Thanks for the advice!
LadyFree28-It will not be covered no, and I'm hoping to go to an RN track and then BSN after so the community colleges do not have dorms, either. However, if I decided to choose the 4 year track I may look into those options, if they are less expensive. Thanks for the help!
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Your cheapest route would be to rent a room in a nice home. No room mate problems there. You just go to your room to sleep and do your studying. Try to find a quiet family with other living characteristics that are compatible (regarding smoking, etc.). Lots of people that live near schools rent rooms so you should not have a problem finding one if you start early.