Is that mean, without money, forget about education?

Hi, Kingparker. I'm Candy. Honestly speaking, to a certain extent, financial circumstances do play some role in schooling and education. Elder students whose parents cannot afford that much tuition for their college or other senior school might be able to make it through by their hard part-time job or scholarship or other Hope aid, while some who might be too young/weak to obtain such earnings have no choice but to put off their education even more give up due to extreme poverty. However, I still believe that--where there is a will, there is a way. Hope children all over the world can enjoy their schooling.

Education should be a part of life for everyone. Its really a very bad situation, if one is unable to spend for education.but now a days, the government is providing a free basic education for all the children . in that case everyone will be educated and by this poverty can be averted from the society.

Hi kingparker, Yes, college is outrageously expensive even with scholorships. It does make it hard for some to get into them but not impossible. There are student loans. I have a friend who took a couple of classes at a time and worked to pay her way. She also had 4 small children to care for. It took her a long time to get the classes she needed to get her degree but she did it. If someone really really wants the education then they will find a way to get it.

that's really a whole lot for a semester... here its not that high, although there are many universities and colleges here that has high college expenses, there are also other universities/colleges that are not that high. if one wants to finish college there will always be other ways of help to do it even without money, work and study... it may take long to finish but at least you are studying. or study vocational courses, then work, then save money then go back to college with whatever degree you want to have, studying and working at the same time.

I feel that your friend is smart that she is going to college. Her getting a degree will help her find a better paying job. I feel she should stay in school. Has she spoken to her school financial aid department? Her school may have some other scholarship that she may be eligible for or they may have some grants.I am a college student myself and so is my husband. We are both getting grants and loans in order to finish our education. My husband works part-time he was workng full-time until the economy got bad and was in school. Going to school is not a bad thing. I give your friend a lot of credit.

My father's parents were very poor farmers and could hardly read & write, so they couldn't afford to send my father to college at all. But my dad was ambitious and he wanted to get a bachelor's degree, because he knew it would give him an advantage to gain a better life for himself and his family later. He worked as a janitor at an office, and earned money to start going to college. He worked during the day and studied at night. Later on he became a clerk, but kept on working and studying. It took him ten years to complete the degree, but he got it, and was able to work on a better paying job, and send his younger brother to college too. My father is not very intelligent academically, but he has a good common sense, is hardworking and ambitious. Because of what he did, he was able to spend for our college education, all of us his children, and he spent out of his income and did not need to borrow money from others for our education. If you want a degree, you cann get it if you work hard to do so. Education is expensive, but it doesnt mean that you have to finish it in 4 years or just give up. You have to be patient until the end.

It's definitely a challenge to get a college education and can be quite exspensive. the fact of the matter is, though, there are ways to do it. Maybe it means doing what you friend is doing and working while going to school. Or maybe, taking a year off to save, or only going part-time. Maybe, you can't afford to go to your first choice and have to go to a less expensive colleg, or maybe it means taking out those dreaded student loans. It's hard, and difficult choices have to be made, but it's not impossible.

As mean as that statement seems, it is a very true statement. If you do not have the money, you better hope that you can get some financial aid rather quickly. The costs of college is getting rather insane these days and will only go up as time passes. The fact is if you do not have the means to pay the bills, then it does not maker if you have the skills, you will not get into college. I think I am lucky with the fact that I have gotten financial aid. The longer that I go, the higher it gets. To the point where I am getting paid extra money, because the actual costs are less then the aid is being given out. So, if you ever are in that position, I would highly recommend putting that money in the bank account, because you may need that money later. Especially if you have student loans and believe me, that money will come in handy.

There are other types of scholarships available, and student loans and financial aid for those who qualify. No one in this country (USA) should ever have to worry about paying for college right off. The loans are deferred so they do not collect interest until 6 months after you graduate. If then you do not have a job or cannot begin your payments, you can get another deferment.

No for me i don't want to forget or lossing hope, make a way to past all this problems, why about working student? ... it's a good idea right?

I perfectly understand your concern. I came from a poor family and my college scholarship made me fulfill my dreams. But of course, I enrolled in a state university where everything is cheaper compared to a private university.Now that I am a university professor, allow me to share some of my thoughts. There is a famous humor in school which says, "If you think education is expensive, then try ignorance". Going to college is truly expensive but of course it also depends on your choice of school and course to take up. Here are a few helpful ideas I want to share with you: 1. Set your goals. Knowing what you want to achieve will motivate you to do everything just to finish your most desired career. "When there is a will, there is a way". 2. Be realistic. Choose a career which you know you have the capacity- intellectual, emotional, financial, as well as physical. If you think, you do not have the capacity, then try to choose another career which also captures your interest and is suited to your capacities. 3. Be resourceful. If you get one scholarship, you may still search for other scholarships. There are many scholarship grants available. You may also look for a sponsor. 4. Be practical. If you really think you can not afford college education, there are many technical or vocational courses that are free of charge plus allowance. These courses are very much in demand especially in various countries. 5. Be optimistic. Believe that you can achieve your goals and that all your labor will be rewarded. 6. Have Faith. Believe in yourself, in other people, and in your God. Remember your education is an asset that cannot be stolen away from you. Continue learning!

There are many other scholarships out there besides the Hope scholarship. There are also grants and loans. High school guidance counselors can help any student identify financial sources. A student can also go to a junior college for 2 years and then complete the education at a year college. Students can also live at home and commute to a local college. Finally i think if a student has to work part or full time it's not the end of the world. If they get a degree they will appreciate it even more.

I have to disagree here. Not paying for college, or let alone not going to college, would be contradicting your own educational purpose and lifelong goals. I think students who are poor use their poverty as motivation to go to college in the first place. It's that motivation that pushes us to achieve scholarships, grants, etc.., but if that doesn't suffice, we should still be grateful for the "discount". With that said, even though college expenses can be outrageous, it's no excuse to put college aspirations aside.

No ,I will say that this idea is completely wrong you can't say that without money,there is no education.There are many students even myself studying with a scholarship.And one more thing my college is one of the prestigious institution for engg. and tech. in India.I am saying this not as a blunder ,but infact it is true.This is not a single case ,there are many cases.If you open your eyes you can see it. If you are good enough to attend all the entrance exams and you had a dream before college life ,you can get admission in any of the good colleges.on the other hand,negotiating your studies and blaming is something which can not be accetable at all. This is my idea..............

I'm starting university in September and can I just mention that $5,000 is the average cost per semester (although it's more if it's out of your home country or even region!) There are many student loans, bursaries, and scholarships that are out there if you take the time to look for them. Also, some banks offer special plans & loans especially for students in post-secondary school. I know that my bank will lend me up to $10,000 a year and I don't have to pay it back until after I graduate and get a job. I would suggest that she goes and speaks to her bank, as well as other banks. As well, search online for scholarships and bursaries that aren't very well known (she'll have a better chance of getting them). As well, depending on where you live, there may be gov't student loans that she qualifies for.