<prompt> Human: Ill preface this by saying Im medically retired military at 26 years old. I receive 1550 monthly in retirement pay. When enrolled in college I receive an extra 600 that is prorated for the school days in the month. So if the quarter ends a week early in the month, I receive 150 less. My tuition, books, and school supplies are covered by the VA. Im just about done with my associates. I have a car payment of 270 montly, insurance is 170, my cell phone bill is 100. I have a Shiba Inu, so pet expenses apply 50mo. I live in Washington state, a clean and safe apartment is about 1100month plus bills. Im moving away from roommates and I estimate Ill need about 24k in loans to get through the next few years rent expenses. My projected starting salary will be 60k. Thoughts? Help?  <response>: Get new roommates. Maybe even sell your car and buy a cheaper one. You can use student loans for living expenses, but as someone with way too much student debt, I highly advise against it. Use your military money and get a part time job. 