Think I finally found a solution...what do you think?

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<p>Thanks to everyone who has been giving me advice about what to do with working and school. I've done a lot of thinking and think I have a pretty good idea going on.
I did accept the job offer that was given to me, I couldn't pass up the hours, pay, or benefits especially since I had no other interviews for other applications I put out. Here is what I've decided:</p>

<p>I have all of my first year requirements done, so I'm spending the next year or two taking the rest of my general education courses and some general music classes, such as my Humanities, Social and Natural Sciences, Music History, and Music Theory Classes. I also plan on re-taking English II which I didn't do so well in and an extra math class to boost my GPA. By doing this I'll be lightening the course load for when I do go back to being a full time music education student. Also, by only taking gen eds I won't have all of the commitments I would have if I were a full time music student such as ensembles and band/orchestra concerts, but I will be able to focus on classwork, get a great GPA, and perhaps get more scholarships when I resume full time studies. After gen eds I think it would be a perfect time to complete my minor degree (s) since I only need about 14-16 credits for a minor here. </p>

<p>Through all of this I'll continue to take my private music lessons such as piano and clarinet, and take advantage of summer classes whenever I possibly can to get ahead/stay on track. They have a new rule now that unless you are enrolled in a large ensemble like band or orchestra, you can't take your specialized music education or music performance classes, so I'm waiting a few years to get back into those. Doing this will not only allow me to graduate debt-free, but work and save up money, be at the job for several years as is expected of me, and be versitale in getting a double major and a minor like my goal is. Also, being older when I begin teaching will allow maturity to set in and better help me be a good teacher. Let me know what you think!</p>

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<p>It’s a terrific plan! Do write it down and make sure to stick to it - don’t let your goal of becoming a music teacher take a backseat to your job, don’t get distracted from getting that degree and keep taking classes throughout.
In addition, you may be eligible for admission as a transfer to prestigious women’s colleges, where there is generous financial aid and programs for young women who’s been out of school for a while due to job responsibilities. :slight_smile: In addition to your current college this may be an opportunity to keep in mind.</p>

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<p>That sounds like a wonderful plan! Good luck with everything:)</p>