<prompt> Human: Hey guys I want to ask generous people of this subreddit for some life advice. Im 18 years old and just graduated high school, my life hasnt been the easiest growing up as I come from a low income family mostly due to my father being an alcoholic. I worked while in school and have managed to save 3,000 dollars and my goal is to reach 6,000 so I can buy a decent car to get to and from work since no one in my family has a car I can use or borrow. I plan on applying on a full ride scholarship this winter that will accept me if I manage to obtain good SAT scores. As of now obtaining this scholarship is likely the only way I will manage to achieve a proper job in life that will help me support my family financially. If I manage to achieve a full ride what would be a good way to make money while in campus? using my computer? Or what are good jobs that lead to better opportunities early on? I really want to save as much money as possible while Im in school. Please teach me the ways or give me advice, trust me I need it.  <response>: Why not look into working in the trades? Electrians, welders, etc can make pretty good money long term without nearly as high of an upfront schooling cost as a doctor or a lawyer, plus you usually have a paid apprenticeship while youre learning! 