I'm am about to start my RN program in about 3 weeks and I am pretty excited to start :). I, unfortunately, have come across a problem that has been stressing me out. At the end of Spring 12, I received an e-mail that I will no longer be eligible for the pell grant because I have been attending college for more than 6 years. I might be eligible for the cal grant C, but $550 is nothing compared to what I got from the pell grant. I was trying not to let that discourage me too much, until I found out that my school does not participate in federal loan programs. I have tried looking into private loans, but I can't get those either. The school is accredited; it's just that they don't bother with loans since a lot of people here can't pay it back. I once again, try not to let this bother me, but I am having a difficult time finding a decent job. My biggest mistake was that I only applied to certain jobs this summer (educational or hospital). I didn't hear anything for weeks and when I finally heard something, I wasn't considered because of my school schedule. I have now recently applied to part-time retail/fast food jobs and I am pretty nervous. I don't think I'm going to get a job...my schedule is too random. I am currently staying with my mom, but I really need a job to pay for materials/gas/food...etc. throughout the semester. I actually worked as a tutor at my college for a year, but I am trying to avoid it for now. The pay is good ($10 an hour starting this year), but my first pay check takes 2 months to arrive, it's ridiculous. I get paid monthly after that. I really need money now, but I will definitely accept it if I don't hear anything back. I am also aware about my school scholarships (you can't apply until October for them). My mom does not have a lot of money; I come from a poor family. My older sister is my only choice, but I would hate to ask for money if she doesn't offer. I know not much can be said besides "wow, you are screwed :P", but if anyone knows about any other grants or loans (doubt it), scholarships, jobs that work around schedules, tips...whatever, that would help. Fortunately, bogg pays for my classes so I don't have to worry about that (California community college) and I was able to buy most of the required items with the money I had saved up. I'm just worried about how it goes once I start the semester. Thanks for taking the time to read this.
