Jobs and Sorority Life - Is it possible?

[rococobaby]

Originally Posted by Aerylle

The only problem with working on campus is at my school at least, the hours they give are so minimal. Like, under 10 a week. Living on my own (well, away from the 'rents at least) in an apartment requires more than ten hours a week. ]:

I know this isn't directly answering your question, but I feel like this would be good to know (if you don't already, not to be patronizing or something)

You know, if an off campus apartment is too burdensome, you could try living in college housing. I know dorms might not seem like the best option (to some people anyways), but they do provide a good option if you can't work as many hours as you need to to pay your rent. The cost of the dorm goes on a student loan (most colleges have a cost of attendance that includes a required housing budget), so might as well take advantage of that so you can fully enjoy campus life. That's just my advice. Also, some campuses have university owned apartments that are also covered by financial aid and loans (that's where I'm living right now!).

[RaggedyAnn]

Originally Posted by rococobaby

I know this isn't directly answering your question, but I feel like this would be good to know (if you don't already, not to be patronizing or something)

You know, if an off campus apartment is too burdensome, you could try living in college housing. I know dorms might not seem like the best option (to some people anyways), but they do provide a good option if you can't work as many hours as you need to to pay your rent. The cost of the dorm goes on a student loan (most colleges have a cost of attendance that includes a required housing budget), so might as well take advantage of that so you can fully enjoy campus life. That's just my advice. Also, some campuses have university owned apartments that are also covered by financial aid and loans (that's where I'm living right now!).

It's probably too late for this anyway, but living in a dorm also only gives you 1 room to clean, unless you're lucky enough to have your own bathroom or a suite, which saves time cleaning; you end up eating in the caf, which saves times on cooking and washing dishes; and you're on campus, which saves time commuting. As an added bonus, it makes it easy to meet people on campus right away.

[FleurGirl]

Originally Posted by RaggedyAnn

It's probably too late for this anyway, but living in a dorm also only gives you 1 room to clean, unless you're lucky enough to have your own bathroom or a suite, which saves time cleaning; you end up eating in the caf, which saves times on cooking and washing dishes; and you're on campus, which saves time commuting. As an added bonus, it makes it easy to meet people on campus right away.

And to add to this, I learned very early on that it takes maybe 10 or 15 minutes a day to keep your room clean, but if you let it go, it takes hours to get it straightened up. Maybe it's my OCD evil twin talking, but I know I feel MUCH less stressed when my room is clean and I know where everything is. If you're going to be leading a hectic life (and believe me, it's hectic), anything you can do to reduce your stress is worth it! Especially if it only takes a few minutes a day!

[Aerylle]

Originally Posted by FleurGirl

And to add to this, I learned very early on that it takes maybe 10 or 15 minutes a day to keep your room clean, but if you let it go, it takes hours to get it straightened up. Maybe it's my OCD evil twin talking, but I know I feel MUCH less stressed when my room is clean and I know where everything is. If you're going to be leading a hectic life (and believe me, it's hectic), anything you can do to reduce your stress is worth it! Especially if it only takes a few minutes a day!

Oh I've gotten the cleaning the house bit down. I clean as I go. While the chicken bakes, wash dishes. While the potatoes cook, clean up after the dog and cat. While the dishwasher goes, run the vacuum. :]

But I agree, a clean house/work space TOTALLY helps de-stress.

[Aerylle]

Originally Posted by RaggedyAnn

It's probably too late for this anyway, but living in a dorm also only gives you 1 room to clean, unless you're lucky enough to have your own bathroom or a suite, which saves time cleaning; you end up eating in the caf, which saves times on cooking and washing dishes; and you're on campus, which saves time commuting. As an added bonus, it makes it easy to meet people on campus right away.

All of this is true, yes. But it all adds up.

Housing: 5,000 minimum
Food: 1,000-2,000
Total: 6,000-7,000

Apartment rent (for entire year): 1,200
Food: 1,000
Travel: 100-1,000
Total: 2,300-3,200

[Aerylle]

Originally Posted by rococobaby

I know this isn't directly answering your question, but I feel like this would be good to know (if you don't already, not to be patronizing or something)

You know, if an off campus apartment is too burdensome, you could try living in college housing. I know dorms might not seem like the best option (to some people anyways), but they do provide a good option if you can't work as many hours as you need to to pay your rent. The cost of the dorm goes on a student loan (most colleges have a cost of attendance that includes a required housing budget), so might as well take advantage of that so you can fully enjoy campus life. That's just my advice. Also, some campuses have university owned apartments that are also covered by financial aid and loans (that's where I'm living right now!).

Dorms/College apartments are actually more expensive than what I'm in right now. I mean, I don't have to cover the entire rent by myself here, like I would in college housing. Trust me, I looked into it. :]