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<p>None! He can pay for anything he needs himself. Especially since the student body at Grand Valley isn’t necessarily the richest or most privileged; there could be problems if his friends find out about the handouts. I can count on one hand the number of people I know that receive free money from their folks, and I’m at a private university. Granted, one known for their generous scholarships, but still.</p>

<p>I’m sure he’s been saving money for years - maybe not a ton, but certainly enough to cover all his expenses until he decides to get a job.</p>

<p>And there are plenty of on-campus jobs that require very little work (maybe occasionally answering questions/a little paperwork). These provide an excellent opportunity for homework - they can’t get distracted by anything else.</p>