If I live on my own while I'm going to school, will that help at all?
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There are lots of factors and many different types of aid. Here is a link.
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If you get a job working for your school usually that will take care of your tuition and you also get a paycheck..hope this helps you...
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You certainly shouldn't bump yourself off. School is important, but your life is much more important than that.\n\nYou should take a step back and consider whether school is the place you should be. If you are failing all of your classes, then either you don't want to do the necessary work, or you aren't able to do the necessary work. It's possible that you could turn things around and start doing well - but it seems clear you'll need to re-evaluate what you are doing in school and how you do your work.\n\nIt seems more likely that there is some other path you should be following - whether that is work or family or something entirely different is something you'll have to explore on your own.\n\nBest of luck to you, and God bless.
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Chances are, they did it for your own good.  I was in the same situation when I was your age.  I finished going to school and got my degree.  They didn't want you to screw up your future.  You'll have more power to do what you want once you've got school squared away.  Hope this helps. :)
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Do you still live with your parents? If so, you could check into the possibility of finishing your high school out as a homeschooler. You will need to look into what the college you may attend requires of entering freshmen and cover those subjects as well as work hard to be able to do well on the ACT or SAT college admissions test. States vary in their homeschool law, so you will need to research your state's requirements. Try doing an internet search for home school and your state's name. \n\nEven if your parents feel that that they will not have the time to teach you, it can be done with a lot of motivation on your part. They will be your accountabilty partners. If you live in a large city there are often homeschool co ops for high school courses. This is useful in that you will have easy access to guided science labs, language studies with speakers of that language, and more for a very reasonable cost or often at no fee for homeschoolers. You will also get a chance to meet some really nice teens that take their studies seriously.\n\nIf you do not live with your parents, try going to your state's Department of Education website. Even if you do not find a mention of a program for girls like yourself, send an e-mail via their contact information and tell them of your interest. \n\nAt the very least, you should be able to get into a GED program. There are some disadvantages in that a GED has a bit of stigma attached to it, but it can still be a successful stepping stone to collge entry. \n\nIf you were a really good student before leaving high school, it is possible that with a little study you could get a decent score on the ACT or SAT. With a good score, a college might be willing to waive the diploma requirement.\n\nIf you chose a reasonably priced college, quite likely you will qualify for enough financial aid to go without cost. Look for community and 4 year colleges with tuition rates of no more than $4000 per year.
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Do you have a job?  Or are you going to college?  I would suggest going away for college, at least 20 minutes away.  Your parents will physically have less control over you because you will be on your own and be able to do as you wish.  You will also meet tons of people in college and obviously it is good way to find yourself and figure out what kind of career you want.  You are 19, a legal adult.  You have every right to make your own decisions now.  The sooner you break away, the sooner your *own* life can start.  Good luck!
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No--in fact I think you are being very mature and independent!  Good for you!  You can never know what you are able to do together, until you know what you can do on your own.  There is no freedom like that of making all of the choices in your own place--from color schemes to what kind of cereal to keep in cupboard!  Go for it and have fun!
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I was a single parent who went back to college while working full time. I did have a local support system. However, many colleges that offer night classes also offer child care. You can check with the college that you are considering to see if they offer this. \n\nAnother option, if you could locate others who want to return to college and don't have sitters, you could possibly provide child care for each other if your classes aren't on the same nights or at the same times. You could post a notice at the college.\n\nGetting my degree was the best thing I could have done. Good luck!
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Yes... wait until you get home and actually work at school.
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Fafsa should help. Depending on your dependant/independant status, you wouldn't need your mom's income info.
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Maybe you can get a consession from your school. you kno, people without good financial conditions most probably get those things. You can get a job or maybe walk you neighbor's dog?
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as another option, check out what courses are available to you as an external student. Many universities have some courses or subjects available through flexible delivery or block mode. you might not be able to do a whole degree this way, but even doing it part time from home (not a full student load each year) will get you started, and once all your kids are at school, you may be able to complete your studies as a full-time student.
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You can't do anything in regards to your parents. BUT I say stay in school get educated and then move out on your own. If your father is wrong then give your mom support. And right now, from what you have supplied here your dad is dead wrong.
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Well, I would try talking to your parents. If that doesn't work, then just kinda create an "escape" for yourself. Participate in lots of extracurricular activities in school--you'll meet lots of friends that way and you'll be so busy that you won't even have to worry about that other stuff! :)
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sounds like a challenge for sure!\nIt sounds like you work hard, but your mom expects you to help out the same as well. \nFirst of all, I think you are carrying too much coursework for your first year. You can always cut back to 12 hours or something. You do not need to overdo it that much, what are you in the hurry for? Next time, classes are scheduled, cut down a bit and take some funner classes. Life doesn't have to be that hard!\n\nSecond of all, either you need to realize that you have to help out and do what your mom wants since you live under her roof, or you're going to have to go get your own place, seriously! Parents still put their rules on their kids as long as they're in the house. I doubt it's an option for you to move somewhere else, right?\n\nI would talk to my mom when she isn't mad, isn't waiting for you to do something, or frazzled, or you frazzled either. Sit down and have a good heart-to-heart. Tell her you're overwhelmed and need some relaxation time. Go over what she expect of you. You cannot expect to do nothing at all. Maybe she'll give you Sundays free to yourself. Maybe you can discuss cutting back on classes a bit, or getting other family members to help out more, etc. If it doesn't work out, tell you're going to have to move out. Life is hard. I had full-time college, I was a single mom, I worked full-time and I lived out on my own. So it can be done! Maybe you needed a few months off from school as a refresher, too?\n\nGood luck whatever happens!
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If you know who you are and cool with that you'll be fine, other wise going away from home is always a scary occurrence.  Good Luck & have fun.  \n\nRemember you are getting educated for yourself take it serious, but with an additude.  Most proffessors don't like to be challenged, but I learned more by doing it.  Learn to write fast many instructors grade by volume.  My girlfriend wrote the nursery rythem Mary had a little lamb in the center of one of her answers.  She graduated in the top 10% of her class.  Being a slow writer I didn't do to well.\n\nAgain Enjoy
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Yes, to everything.  It doesn't matter if your university will provide them.  They will break at the most inopportune times (assuming they worked in the first place and were not horded by roommates)  Don't bring to much for the space, but try to bring everything of your own that you use on a regular basis.  It makes living away from home feel so much better.  And if you can afford I suggest going out and buying new things rather than bringing Mom and Dad's hand-me-downs.  I know for me that I felt more grown up and mature and a little more ready for college because of it.  But not everyone can afford that.  I understand.  I reccommend bringing creature comforts in every way.  College is stressful, your dorm room should not add to it. In fact your room should be a haven for you, that reminds you of home (or if you don't like home, feels like your very own home and not just a room you are borrowing for a semester or eight.