Can I support my family by earning some money while studing PhD in US?
354037
It depends on what degree you want to get. Some PhD programs in the biological science areas will support you from day 1 and will pay you $18000 - 23000 a year. While this might seem a lot for you, it all comes down to which city are you living in. For example, I'm getting my PhD in Arizona and get paid 22000. By restricting some expenses and not having a car I could probably be able to save 500 dollars a month.
554464
yes its ok, in most family's both parents work. I bet there is some time when you don't need to be in the house and you could get a job. do it if you need the money or if its something you want to do. your happiness should be one of his highest priorities.
551591
In China,that depends--depends on your ability,the company you work for,and whether yopu are luky. A good fresh PhD holder may get the salary of more than 20,000 monthly  while some unluky guys may just get much less.
608014
Yes. Everyone should follow through to get a good education. If not, you will not get a higher- or decent- paying job and will have more trouble supporting your family (not that you will be poor). Also, since prices are rapidly raising, always be prepared. And education will give you that.
731574
You need to prove to the company that you actually are worth going through all the hassles and expenses of sponsoring an alien. \n\nFinance is not as in high demand jobs for foreign workers as compared to nursing, but it is definitely possible. Some strategies you can do:\n\n1. Study MBA in the US, and then apply to a finance company. Companies are more likely to consider you if you have advanced degrees and if you have US education. \n\nI have a friend from the Philippines who studied MBA in one of the Ivy League universities in the US and got an investment analyst position. He's now the VP of the investment company.\n\n2. Go to the US as a tourist, and while here explore employment opportunities. Companies are not likely to interview you if you are based in Korea (unless you are extra special that they are willing to fly to you or fly you to the US for the interview). If you can stay here in the US for several months, that can give you enough time to submit your resume and get interviews.\n\n3. Try Korean companies. They may be more likely to help a compatriot get a job in the US and may sponsor you. Try to apply for jobs that specifically look for knowledge in Asian finance,
152593
What you're eligible for will be determined by your total income. The fact you're getting nothing from your family suggests it will be based on your annual income alone. Unless you're making very good money, I'd be surprised if you weren't eligible for some grant money. The amount will be determined by the financial aid office at the college or university you're applying to. You'll likely have options on both grants and loans, but be careful to remember that while the grants have no strings attached, the loans must be repaid at some point (with interest). So try to take out as little in loan money as you possibly can. Good luck!
955937
If you plan on staying in the USA, then neither.  The engineering field has been outsourced and dominated by third world residents in the USA.  Trust me, I have a B.S. in Aeronautics (rocket science), yet I have been doing information technology for over the past decade or so.  A friend of mine is a mechanical engineer who works in Texas for an oil company, but he ha to go so far as getting his PhD before anyone would even talk to him.  If I were you, I'd seriously reconsider other careers because as you will quickly come to realize, U.S. engineers are treated no better than bank tellers in this country and don't earn the same kind of money they were pulling back in the 1960s' and 1970s' during the cold war.
1024266
u need to add more details...\n\nof course theres a possibility u'll have money for school. everythings possible. tell us which part of the world u live in and we can help look for fed aid or other options ~_~
880252
Yes, grants are only issued to students who are need based, so if your family's income exceeds a certain amount, you may not be eligible for a grant. Loans and scholarships are still an option for you though! Hope that helps!
780835
Becoming a doctor will be extremely time consuming.  Your wife will have to understand up front that she will carry most of the burden of watching and caring for the children for the next 3 to 5 years, depending on where you are education wise, until you start your internship and rotation.  You will be away from them for days at a time.  Then there is the financial burden.  As you know it's not cheap.  Take all of that into consideration.  If your kids are at an age that is formative, (2 to 5) it does become a critical issue.  Yes it can be done, but the little ones will probably suffer the most.  On the other hand, down the road an M.D.'s wages can provide nicely for wife and teens. Just make sure the family knows what YOU'RE getting into.  Especially give your wife a full option of say in the matter.  Best of luck to you.
1024515
I would give a resounding "YES!".  If you are already currently earning such an amount, you may like to know there is a vast majority of hard-working, honest, and self-sacrificing people in this country who may never in their lives reach this stratospheric level of income, however hard they try.  Please live within your means if you have the fortune to be earning so much.  I would urge you to contribute actively to charities.  I have witnessed many, many pitiful cases of young and old who struggle so valiantly with less than $500 per month.  Thank you.
1008135
Well... This have to depend on how family-oriented you are. And also how money-minded you are. \n\nHow low can your salary be if you are working near ur family. And how high can it be if you work far away from them? I dont think the difference will be huge.
339610
I would suggest playing the Visa Diversity Lottery and have your wife play as well - double the chance. Beyond that it may be tough without family ties to the US or an employee to sponsor you (and they can only do that if they can show that they do not have any equally qualified American workforce available).\n\nIf you're wealthy, there is an investor visa, but that requires a substantial investment into an US company (>$250.000) which will most likely be lost. Try talking to an immigration lawyer in the US.
624336
That is rough, really.  If you just finished undergraduate school, think about going to grad school for something you really want to do.  I had a friend who did his undergrad in history, a master's in history, did not get into the PhD program in history, and wound up getting a Doctorate in computer science.  You don't necessarily have to have a major in what you go to grad school for.\n\nDo you now have to pay back the $30K?  That will influence what you do next, of course.
419747
If your question is referring to the economic side and you can not combine your job with your family life in a normal profession: check out a good networkmarketing which can be run as a work-from-home business.\n\nI had a similar problem with 4 children going to school and not finding a well paid part time job anymore. I found the HERBALIFE networkmarketing which was fitting pretty good into my family life. But don't exspect miracles, any networkmarketing is hard work until it pays out.\n\nBut if you have enough self-discipline you can do it, when children are at school or do their homework, and also the income can come up to really good amounts, if you stay for months and years.
760432
Pay off my student loans, buy a house, help out my family, and then travel.
127847
YOU FIND A JOB NOW.. YOU CAN STUDY HIGHER DEGREES WHILE WORKING.\nMY SON DID THAT.\nNOT ONLY RELIEVE ME FROM HIS STUDY EXPENSES, BUT ALSO HE HELPS ME TO RUN THE FAMILY.\nDO THAT TO YOUR DAD.