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Before you decide to work in college, ask yourself these questions

  • Written by Laura Perna, Professor of Higher Education, University of Pennsylvania
Working in college helps pay the bills, but working too many hours can bring some ill effects, research shows.GaudiLab

For many undergraduates, working for pay during the academic year is a necessary part of the college experience. If they don’t work while enrolled, they may not have the money needed to pay tuition and other fees, keep a roof...

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