living situation while in nursing school

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Okay so I applied to a local university by my mom's house for their associates of applied science degree in nursing track degree for spring 2017. I'm 21 and at the age where I really want to get my own apartment I was thinking to move out when I get my cna but we all know cna's are underpaid well at least where I live they are I dont wanna struggle my mom is a single parent I was thinking to work part time and help her out on the bills because I heard nursing school is really hard and is a second job itself. My mom says I don't have to work she just wants me to be focus on school and only school but I want some money in my pockets lol. I just want to know for those who went, and currently in, or about to be in nursing school did you move back home or lived on your own? Is it smarter for me to work part time, and live at home while in nursing school , or get my own apartment work as a cna while in nursing school? Thank you!

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

I lived on my own while attending an LVN program. I was a 23-year-old homeowner who rented out my spare bedrooms to transient boarders for some extra cash.

I lived on my own and worked full-time weekend double shifts while attending an associate degree nursing program.

Since your mother seems supportive, I would consider biting the bullet and living with her for now. Living at home would not have been the best option for me because my parents were not that supportive or understanding of my educational goals.

Good luck to you!

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Specializes in mental health / psychiatic nursing.

I am living in an apartment, but I have been out on my own a while and am married. My husband's salary pays our rent. If I was single I would very seriously consider moving back in with my parents during school.

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I was single and in my young 20s when I was in nursing school and I lived with my parents. I had a job as a CNA prior to nursing school that I kept while in the program but the number of hours that I worked decreased each semester as the program went on since I was fortunate enough to have very supportive parents who didn't ask me to pay any sort of rent or anything like that. My last semester I was so overwhelmed with finding a job and studying and planning the pinning ceremony and such because I was the nursing class VP that I think I was working maybe 8-12 hours a week lol So long story short, if your mom is supportive, I think that living with her would be a good idea.

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Specializes in ICU.

Be prepared to struggle if you decide to move out. Ramen noodles struggle. Nothing wrong with that. I did it in my early twenties, and I learned from my young mistakes.

Although if your mom says you don't have to work or struggle and just focus on school, why not??

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One eight hour shift a week as a CNA will put you in the work/experience game. If you find you can handle this, maybe try two shifts. You can always cut back or add if need be. Have a specific use for the income, such as your deposit for your first apartment, a portion of your books, or a bag of groceries to help out your mom. If you don't have to work full time, then do not. A part time job looks pretty good on a resume too.

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Specializes in NICU, PICU, PACU.

Stay home if you have a chance! There is no way a part time job will pay for school, apartment, utilities, car expenses and living expenses. Maybe see if you can get a weekend job somewhere.

My one daughter is away at school, her rent is $720 a month, including utilities. She works to just pay her rent. We help her out, but if she had to pay for every single thing she'd drown. Concentrate on your schoolwork!

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I'd advise you to live at home AND work part time. Save every dime you make, and help your mom with chores/housekeeping duties.

Good luck in school.

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I would stay at home and work either part time or prn. I'm not sure where you live , but in my area , basic apartment can cost $1000 plus before utilities. I worked as a tech while in nursing school , you would have to work full time to pay for the apartment. In my nursing program a couple of older adults moved back in with their parents to save money , even those with children and spouses. Even when you graduate , I suggest you live at home for some time and save money before you move out. I'm just speaking from experience.

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Specializes in CMSRN, hospice.

Another vote for staying with mom. My mom and I lived together while I was in nursing school, and she was a great support system in many ways. It sounds like your mom is the same, which is great! I did one or two shifts a week as a CNA and was able to save some money while also paying a couple of bills at home to contribute. I was totally chomping at the bit to move out too at the time, and I promise it will be worth the wait!

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Thank you to everyone who responded I was feeling lost because my aunt and grandma are very judgemental saying I should've been moved out from my moms house. I want to be smart about moving out When I graduated high school I didn't go off to college I stayed in my hometown, went to college and lived with my mom that way it'll be less expensive. I just didn't know once you graduate people would be so judgemental of what you're doing in your life and I wanted to hear from nurses myself so thanks to everyone for taking the time to respond

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I moved out when I was 17 and ready to take on the world. Looking back, I'd advise my 17 year old self to stay home and save money.

I'd get a part time job, start helping with the bills and get your savings started. Then move out.

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