Student Contribution

Colleges & Universities A-Z Princeton University
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<p>Hello! I have recently been accepted to Princeton Class of 2018 and cannot be more thrilled. I received my financial package as well and have some questions about the student contribution aspect. I am expected to work 9 hours a week and pay $2900 during the school year and $1100 through my summer job. If I decide to work more, say 20 hours a week, or work a second job, will that increase my student contribution for next year, or will the student contribution remain constant? I had a similar inquiry about the summer earning. If I get a relatively high paying summer job, will my summer earning expectations for financial aid be increased? </p>

<p>I am new to this process, so I would really appreciate some comments! </p>

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<p>How you fulfill the student contribution portion is up to you. If you stumble on the powerball ticket on Sept 2nd, you’re golden! LOL. That section will remain constant.</p>

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<p>You need to earn a significant amount above Princeton’s projections for them to increase your contribution amount. I don’t know the exact number but I think it hovers around the 8-9K number (total for the year) before they consider asking you for more. I would caution you about planning to work 20+ hours during the academic year at Princeton - especially in your first year. Your course load will most likely be considerably above what you are used to in high school. Ease in! You can always add more later. </p>