Should students go to school full time and work?

- Going to school full time and working a part time job. Many may say it is a distraction. However, going to school and having a job can have good benefits. It can help you avoid debt by reducing the amount of money you borrow for tuition and books. Due to student loans taking years to pay for. Working while in college can teach you time management skills. It can help you overall to balance your school, studies and job. While still getting enough sleep and having fun. Lastly, working in college provides employee benefits which means you could qualify for health insurance and tuition benefits. It can also give you a sense of independence.