<p>I’d try to stay in your college town Jan - June. You’ve probably got more connections, more options to find housing with some roommates, more chance of finding a minimum wage job and all those things then finish up the class (as long as it’s offered) in the summer session. The only other option would be if you could petition to do a capstone project in lieu of the senior seminar and get that done Jan. - June (while working yada yada).</p>
<p>Go to your career center. Even if you’re one course short of graduating, they may have some options for you that you have not considered. A lot of stores will be hiring seasonal associates very shortly (if not right now), so it shouldn’t be hard to find some sort of job.</p>
<p>Nice to see UW hasn’t changed in 28 years. I discovered that I was short 1 credit at the beginning of Spring quarter my senior year. The U had miscounted a re-taken class (all the paperwork said I was eligible…no go). Fortunately, a prof was amenable to me writing a paper for a credit under independent study. </p>
<p>If you cannot add the course now (only 3 days into the quarter) do whatever you can to get it in Winter quarter. It’s only 10 weeks long. Get a cheap room and a job or three. If you can put the tuition on a credit card, do that. The odds of going back in Summer after being off for 2 quarters and away from Seattle are not good. </p>
<p>Talk to the department. They may be able to swing something. Good luck</p>
<p>Can you add the needed course this term? According to [University</a> of Washington - 2011-12 Academic Calendar](<a href=“http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/1112cal.html]University”>http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/1112cal.html) , classes started just last week, and you have until the 18th of October to add courses for the autumn 2011 quarter.</p>
<p>Wow, they start late, yes if you can pick it up now of course that solves the “problem.”</p>
<p>It sounds as if your best bet would be to register late if the class is available or if you can get force registered by your dept head. You certainly need to bring this matter to his/her attention though.</p>
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<p>It’s possible that you would be eligible for some temporary assistance if you’re not a full-time student, but you’d have to speak to the county (or look at their website) to see what the qualifications/restrictions are. I’m under the impression that people with dependents or the elderly are more readily approved but I don’t really know how that works, sorry.</p>
<p>Do you have student loans? Don’t forget that Stafford loan repayment begins 6 months after you drop below 1/2 time status. Perkins loans have a 9 month grace period.</p>
<p>“Can you add the needed course this term? According to University of Washington - 2011-12 Academic Calendar , classes started just last week, and you have until the 18th of October to add courses for the autumn 2011 quarter.”</p>
<p>Wow, that would certainly be a perfect solution if possible!!</p>
<p>I noticed that you have not mentioned if you have ever worked (besides college subsidized work study). If you have not, and you have been in such a dire financial situation, relying on loans and grants, with no assistance…that seems odd. Perhaps you can clarify, because it appears to me that you seem fearful about gaining employment. I can tell you, there definitely are jobs in the Seattle area if you aren’t overly picky. No matter what you decide, if you’re only taking 3 classes, I would look around and start earning an income immediately. You need a pad of money for peace of mind, especially if you know you can’t rely on anyone but yourself. Waiting tables or working as a barista can earn you thousands of dollars. You might find a job that helps you in your desired field of work. Start looking now (that is, unless you’re already employed). It will empower you to make the choices you prefer, instead of the ones you will through desperation.</p>
<p>If you have a clean record, and like to work with children you can sign up on the website sittercity–it’s a great place to match up with local families looking for babysitters and nannies.</p>
<p>Be sure to CONFIRM that the course you need will, in fact, be offered in the summer session!! And good luck.</p>
<p>Universities usually have provisions for their employees to take individual courses at a reduced tuition rate.</p>
<p>Can you get a job with the university for one semester – even if it’s just mowing the lawns or cleaning dorm bathrooms – and take the course under a program offered to employees?</p>
<p>I want to reemphasize that you should go talk with your dept chair and/or dean of students. </p>
<p>I also agree that if at all possible, you should take the course ASAP rather than waiting for summer, even if it is more expensive. And make sure that if you do end up waiting to take it in the summer, that you know it will actually be offered. (At my large public university, summer offerings always depend on the budget that year which we don’t know until a couple of months before.)</p>
<p>Trying to find an on-campus job is a very good suggestion. Even if they don’t let you have reduced tuition, they’ll probably let you have time off to go to class.</p>
<p>I agree taking it sooner rather than later, if you take two qtrs off, your loans will begin to come due.
I understand that housing expenses will be similar whether you are attending school full time or part time, but only taking one class, will free up most of your time for work & this area does have many more jobs available than some others.</p>
<p>Students also are able to attend part time- I am not sure where you are getting the idea that they can only attend full time.</p>
<p>I don’t understand why you can’t add this course right now. I would think that your adviser would help you do this, if any help is needed–add the course today. Good luck to you, and I’m sorry that you have had so little support. You have accomplished a lot so far, don’t let this discourage you. You can do this!</p>
<p>By the way, the live-in nanny idea is an excellent one.</p>
<p>Yeah, what naviance said. I could only imagine if they then didn’t offer it. Can the advisers help with getting a cut rate deal for this required class if that is the ONLY class you need for graduation? So you do not have to pay full freight? Sometimes deans can do wonders in special circumstances.</p>
<p>Alot of great advice. My son says especially if it’s kind of a bs class, don’t just talk to an advisor. Talk to another one. Then talk to the dean, keep talking to people until you get this waived. You just aren’t talking to someone who has the power.</p>
<p>Then if you still must do it, consider getting a full time job on campus. They give priority to students with need. Your living costs are very low. Or do a full time paid internship in the winter semester, as those are less sought after and easier to get…while taking your one class. Doesn’t matter that it will cost a bit more if you can make a couple grand a month doing so. UW has excellent internship connections with many companies, and they assist their students well. If you can make money, get job experience in your major and knock that class out (if you are forced to take it) all at one time, why would you not do so?</p>
<p>Isn’t senior seminair unviersity speak for research project. There should be no reason you can’t sign up 3 days late. Plus if you need a little time to finish over the holidays when nobody is around that should work since you are off campus.
I was also thinking that if you are going to grad school, why not start on those studies now? I realize all schools are a bit different and time changes everything, but one of my best friends started her masters while finishing her BS (of course it was the same school) A few 300 level courses and a few 400 level courses. You need to talk to somebody in power and ask them what they would do.</p>
<p>Any update? Rooting for you, OP. Hope you can work it out with your department.</p>
<p>Hey man, </p>
<p>I am in a very similar situation at the moment at my current institution. I have completed all of the necessary courses to complete my degree, however, my departmental GPA is .2 lower than the requirment. I have 123 credits and I have already moved 3 hours away from the campus location for my current job. In order for me to raise my GPA over the requested level I would need to take an additional 4 classes that cost about $1,000 each. I have exhausted my financail aid options and I am stuck in a pickle. I’m interested to find out how your situation turned out for you. It has been heavy on my mind as I’ve worked so hard to get to this point. Balancing two jobs and actively participating in clubs and student government, I would like to think that I have earned my degree. </p>
<p>Monarch. Start a new thread as this one is 2011 and that guy is gone. You will find more help for you.</p>
<p>Old thread</p>