​​​​For each unit of coursework, count one hour in the classroom and two hours of homework every week. A 12 unit course load equals a 36 hour/week commitment.

It's recommended that full-time students work a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Factor in extra time for transitions. How long will it take to get from the classroom to the parking lot or from your job to campus? Also, even if your work shift officially starts at 9 a.m. plan on being there 10 minutes early and staying a few minutes after your shift ends. Employers do not like it when employees rush in at the last minute and rush out again.​