College is an expensive commitment, but is it
helpful to work while in college, or is it actually more beneficial to simply
focus on schooling? Does working while in college affect students’ grades and
is it worth the time?
Like any subject, there are both pros and cons.
Working while in college can be beneficial because, of course, it helps pay
fees. Most students cannot afford an education and end up getting loans and
student debt that takes years to pay off. This extra money, even if paid
minimum wage, is worth it and results in less debt. Jobs also teach students
important life skills such as time management and communication
(www.usnews.com). These practices are essential in an adult’s daily life, and
learning them early on can be extremely useful. It is actually recommended to
get an on-campus job, meaning that the student works at the college in which
they are attending. This helps students connect with their universities and may
assist those that are searching for careers, whether it gives them experience
they can use later on in their lives or just shows employers that they are a
productive worker. However, jobs take up much time in a student’s day -- on
average about four to eight hours every shift -- and this can limit the one’s
college experience. The main reason students may choose a university is because
of its activities including sports, clubs, fraternities or sororities, and
other college traditions. This job would be taking time away from these
interests. Along with limiting activities, jobs shorten a student’s study time
which could negatively affect their grades, adding much more stress to their
already-stressful lives (www.ashford.edu).
Working while in college has both negative and
positive aspects, and it should be thoroughly thought through, addressing all
parts based on personal need.
Like you said, I think getting a job in college teaches a valuable lesson in time management! It might be difficult and tiring, but I do think it is possible to have good grades, a job, and participate in other activities such as a sorority or clubs. Actually, a friend of mine is doing this, and she gives me hope that I could be that balanced once I'm in college!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely agree with the points you are stating within the text. Having a job does show how good you are with time management and communication. It's also a good way to save up money like you said to help buy things you desire and pay off student loans.
ReplyDeleteI'm in full agreement with Isabelle about time management.Even though working while in college may be tough, you'll be able to pull through it.
ReplyDeleteI agree with what you are saying and believe that the pros outweigh the cons. Time management has to be one of the best lessons to learn, which can easily be done by having a job while attending college. Although it might be difficult, this is something that will teach you a lot about balancing the different aspects in your life and will help you improve for the future.
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