Alternative Loans or Summer Work?

[henri3794]

<p>Including state/federal loans, grants and work study, I will receive about $20,000 in total toward my tuition. With room/board my total cost will end up being around $25,000. To make up this difference, should I attempt to work full time this summer, or am I able to take out a federal loan? (no credit) </p>

<p>Any input is greatly appreciated! </p>

[ctl987]

<p>i’d suggest working and if you don’t get enough raised to cover your remaining actual(not projected), then take the loan. and am I following you right that you mean a loan on top of the $5500 student loans most students qualify for? Can you parents help at all, even if it’s a very modest amount?</p>