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Liah
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What financial tips do nursing graduate students have when it comes to further financing your career, not only that, what resources do certain contract have? #Spring25
As a second-year undergrad student, who has an on-campus job, what other resources can I locally use that could benefit me as a young first-gen and Mexican female, whose parent are no longer in the country?
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Susana Appiah
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Susana’s Answer
Hi Liah, thanks for your question.
As a second-year nursing student, is a great thing to think about the future as you plan your career and financial journey. Let's look at some financial tips and resources that can help you, especially as a first-gen student with unusual circumstances:
Financial Tips for Nursing Graduate Students:
Scholarships and Grants: Many nursing schools and external organizations offer scholarships specifically for nursing students. Look for local, state, or national scholarships that support first-gen students, Mexican students, or women in healthcare.
Websites like Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and Nurse.org are good places to search.
Some scholarships might also cover living expenses or other career-related costs.
Loan Forgiveness Programs: After graduation, there are loan forgiveness programs that can help you pay off student loans in exchange for working in underserved areas. For example, the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program offers financial assistance to nurses working in critical shortage areas.
Employer Tuition Assistance: If you plan to work while pursuing your graduate degree, some employers offer tuition reimbursement or scholarships for employees pursuing further education. Check with your school’s career services or talk to your current employer to see if they offer any support for continuing education.
Stipends and Fellowships: Some nursing schools offer fellowships, stipends, or research assistant positions that provide financial support and valuable experience in the field. Look for opportunities with a focus on your areas of interest, such as women’s health or pediatrics.
Side Gigs and Freelance Opportunities: Many graduate students find side jobs that are flexible and allow them to earn income while still managing their studies. Examples include online tutoring in nursing subjects, medical transcription, or freelance writing for healthcare blogs.
Living Below Your Means: Once in graduate school, keeping a tight budget and managing living expenses will be crucial. Consider finding roommates, limiting non-essential spending, and using student discounts to make the most of your budget.
Contract Resources:
If you’re considering contracts related to internships or job offers in nursing, keep an eye out for:
Sign-On Bonuses: Many healthcare employers offer sign-on bonuses, especially in high-demand areas or underserved regions.
Benefits: Look for employers that offer health insurance, retirement contributions, or tuition reimbursement as part of their employment packages.
Travel Nursing Contracts: Some nursing programs also allow for travel nursing, where you can work temporary contracts in different locations for higher pay and housing stipends. This can give you flexibility and valuable experience in a variety of healthcare settings.
Local Resources for You:
As a first-gen, Mexican female student, there are several local resources you can use to support your academic and financial journey:
First-Generation Student Support: Many universities offer programs and resources for first-generation students, such as mentorship, academic counseling, and networking opportunities. Check if your school has a First-Gen Student Network or similar resources.
Community Organizations: Look for community organizations that support Mexican and Latinx students. Some examples might include Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) or MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund). These groups often have financial resources, leadership opportunities, and community support.
Student Financial Literacy Programs: Your university may offer workshops or programs to help you manage your finances as a student. Take advantage of any personal finance or budgeting seminars that could help you plan your finances better.
Local Nonprofits: Organizations such as Latino Community Fund and College Success Foundation focus on providing financial support and mentorship to students like you. They often provide scholarships, grants, and resources for career development.
Work-Study Jobs: Since you’re already working on campus, explore if there are additional work-study or student assistant positions that could provide more income or valuable experience in the healthcare field.
Networking with Professors: Don't hesitate to approach professors or advisors to discuss opportunities for research assistantships or additional funding options. Professors in your department may also be able to connect you with scholarships or internships.
Local Clinics and Health Organizations: Some clinics offer scholarships or paid internships for students working in underserved areas or specific fields, such as maternal or pediatric health.
Online Communities: Join online communities or social media groups for first-gen students, nursing students, or Latinx students. These can be great places to exchange advice, job opportunities, and financial tips.
As a second-year nursing student, is a great thing to think about the future as you plan your career and financial journey. Let's look at some financial tips and resources that can help you, especially as a first-gen student with unusual circumstances:
Financial Tips for Nursing Graduate Students:
Scholarships and Grants: Many nursing schools and external organizations offer scholarships specifically for nursing students. Look for local, state, or national scholarships that support first-gen students, Mexican students, or women in healthcare.
Websites like Fastweb, Scholarships.com, and Nurse.org are good places to search.
Some scholarships might also cover living expenses or other career-related costs.
Loan Forgiveness Programs: After graduation, there are loan forgiveness programs that can help you pay off student loans in exchange for working in underserved areas. For example, the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program offers financial assistance to nurses working in critical shortage areas.
Employer Tuition Assistance: If you plan to work while pursuing your graduate degree, some employers offer tuition reimbursement or scholarships for employees pursuing further education. Check with your school’s career services or talk to your current employer to see if they offer any support for continuing education.
Stipends and Fellowships: Some nursing schools offer fellowships, stipends, or research assistant positions that provide financial support and valuable experience in the field. Look for opportunities with a focus on your areas of interest, such as women’s health or pediatrics.
Side Gigs and Freelance Opportunities: Many graduate students find side jobs that are flexible and allow them to earn income while still managing their studies. Examples include online tutoring in nursing subjects, medical transcription, or freelance writing for healthcare blogs.
Living Below Your Means: Once in graduate school, keeping a tight budget and managing living expenses will be crucial. Consider finding roommates, limiting non-essential spending, and using student discounts to make the most of your budget.
Contract Resources:
If you’re considering contracts related to internships or job offers in nursing, keep an eye out for:
Sign-On Bonuses: Many healthcare employers offer sign-on bonuses, especially in high-demand areas or underserved regions.
Benefits: Look for employers that offer health insurance, retirement contributions, or tuition reimbursement as part of their employment packages.
Travel Nursing Contracts: Some nursing programs also allow for travel nursing, where you can work temporary contracts in different locations for higher pay and housing stipends. This can give you flexibility and valuable experience in a variety of healthcare settings.
Local Resources for You:
As a first-gen, Mexican female student, there are several local resources you can use to support your academic and financial journey:
First-Generation Student Support: Many universities offer programs and resources for first-generation students, such as mentorship, academic counseling, and networking opportunities. Check if your school has a First-Gen Student Network or similar resources.
Community Organizations: Look for community organizations that support Mexican and Latinx students. Some examples might include Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) or MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund). These groups often have financial resources, leadership opportunities, and community support.
Student Financial Literacy Programs: Your university may offer workshops or programs to help you manage your finances as a student. Take advantage of any personal finance or budgeting seminars that could help you plan your finances better.
Local Nonprofits: Organizations such as Latino Community Fund and College Success Foundation focus on providing financial support and mentorship to students like you. They often provide scholarships, grants, and resources for career development.
Work-Study Jobs: Since you’re already working on campus, explore if there are additional work-study or student assistant positions that could provide more income or valuable experience in the healthcare field.
Networking with Professors: Don't hesitate to approach professors or advisors to discuss opportunities for research assistantships or additional funding options. Professors in your department may also be able to connect you with scholarships or internships.
Local Clinics and Health Organizations: Some clinics offer scholarships or paid internships for students working in underserved areas or specific fields, such as maternal or pediatric health.
Online Communities: Join online communities or social media groups for first-gen students, nursing students, or Latinx students. These can be great places to exchange advice, job opportunities, and financial tips.
Cindy Muhonja
Registered Nurse
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Ashburn, Virginia
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Cindy’s Answer
Are you a nursing student? At least nursing will always have jobs. Check if your state allows you to take the LPN exam when you are halfway through the RN program. You can get a home health job as an LPN which may allow you to read during downtime. You can also work overnight to see if you can get some downtime to do your homework. But a lot of nursing students sacrifice a lot. You sometimes find your self leaving work to go straight to a clinical. be flexible and safe. And take care of your mental health.
Mark Francis Ayoob
30+ years in law enforcement and military service roles
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Texas, Texas
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Mark Francis’s Answer
You might consider ROTC, which would open a door to possibly a scholarship let alone a fantastic military service career path with a litany of benefits. Good luck!