Going to school Full-time, is it possible?

My kids are 13 and 18. Both are very active and has extracurricular activities every day. I do work  at least 3 days a week, I do my best to schedule my workdays around the kids'. I don't get any type of financial support from him, if he wants to get the kids stuff then it's up to him. It is very hard but it can be done. I do make it a point to let him participate when it comes to the kids, we had last week that we were kind of  not in communication(by my choice) but he was still there for every activities that involved the kids. Yes, nursing can be a financially  stable field to go to because you can get a job anywhere and the hours are flexible enough to be able to raise a family at the same time. The kids are very understanding when it comes to our budget. We only eat out once a week and the rest of the days I cook. We prioritize based on our needs, the wants can wait until we can afford them. I do my homework with them, it actually helps everyone because it encourages the kids to be competitive. I also get a chance to help them with their homework. Whenever I think I have free time, I study for about an hour then I spend time with the kids. The first couple of weeks can be rough because you're still trying to find a routine but then before you know it, the semester is  over. I know of other classmates in the same situation and I think it all really comes down to how bad do you want to make it happen? This is my challenge to myself and  it's a motivation factor for me . At the very least, it shows my unhusband that I don't need him in my life to accomplish anything, and that's bittersweet revenge, if nothing else. Good luck,let me know if there's anything I can help you with.

To: Lostintranslation
My kids are 9 and 11 and also in school but they also have homework and after school activities as I'm sure yours do.  I REALLY want to do this because I know that once I graduate I could make decent money.  I am just so afraid of the work load until then.  Are you working also?  Do you get maintenance and child support?

I'm in the middle of a nursing program and taking 16 credit hours(more than full-time). Granted my kids are both in school full-time as well. It can be done, but it's no walk in the park. It all depends on what courses you've taken and how realistic your timeline is. FAFSA(pell grant) should be able to help you, first you have to talk to a college advisor and figure out what your course of action needs to be. They can also help you with financial aid. Each of the  college have a childcare center specifically to enable single mom to attend classes. You also need to be realistic with your course load. They tell us all the time, for every credit hour you're taking, add 2 to it. That means if you plan on taking 4 credit hour course, anticipate study time to be 8 hours in a week. The way you combine your classes can also make a difference in your grades. Most nursing programs require that you have a minimum of "B" on all you sciences to stay competitive with the other candidates. I hope this helps you some. Good Luck and God Bless.

there is a way...naturally it all depends on a million factors, like which state you live in and if your ex to be will be helpful etc..but there is temporary spousal support for this exact reason...going back to school.  so yes, be sure to bring this up.  anyone here do this when they divorced?