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Is it recommended to have a job in your first semester/year of college?

It's tempting to get a job to help pay for tuition, etc., however won't it interfe​r​​​e with your studies given that it is your first time taking college classes?
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Harvey’s Answer

There is a lot to take in as you start college - from meeting new people, managing your own schedule, and living away from family - and you want to ensure you are putting yourself in a good position to succeed in a brand new environment. For some, a part-time job may not be a big deal and may even help set a regular schedule to follow; for others, it may be challenging to juggle alongside everything else that is going on your first year.


You are doing a great job thinking through the potential impacts of having a job, and I'd encourage you to continue thinking about the classes you'll be taking, clubs/organizations you want join, and other extracurriculars you want to be involved with, to determine what your schedule might look like and how a job might fit within it.

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Tanner’s Answer

The first couple years of college are really where you set the stage for how all 4 years will go. You really want to hit the ground running if possible. My advice: if you can afford to live without it, focus on studies or just work some. If you can't, work, but setup a schedule for yourself to prepare for classes. If you can, find an internship or relevant job (or start a business). Most students DON'T do this and the ones that do always look amazing when recruiters are looking at a pile of resumes. ALWAYS choose projects over thesis papers. ALWAYS get internships. The earlier, the better.
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Bradley’s Answer

My suggestion would be not to work your first semester if at all possible. You will need time to adjust to the expectations of college. Use that time to master study skills, meet new friends, and learn how to live on your own. Good luck!
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Dalphne’s Answer

Ask yourself do you need to work your first semester of college? Some students may need to work their first semester of college due to financial reasons. If you are able to delay working your first semester of college I highly recommend you do just that. Allow yourself some time to acclimate to college life and then integrate a few hours of working into your schedule as time passes.
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Grace’s Answer

If you do not need to work, then I would not recommend it. I spent my first year being social and really pushing myself to be out of my comfort zone. I often went to social events by myself and decided to make friends there. Everyone is usually in the same boat, so it is a lot easier than you would think. I also used my freshman year to explore the different clubs and groups that I could join. Once I decided and picked a club, I became even busier with getting to know everyone and getting involved with club events. After my first year and friend groups/routines were established, I got a part time job. I found it easier to manage both the social aspect and work aspect in my second/third year because my friends were all doing the same as well. It felt like the first year was needed to get some kind of footing in the new setting, but once you are comfortable it's a lot easier to manage both.
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