machine, +1! Bingo....."work ethic"...far too many people think they are somehow entitled to "free money for schooling" (re: pell grants) simply because their parents don't make much money....whats wrong with getting out there and earning money for your own education or taking out loans?? People can work and go to school at the same time..I did it, my kids have done it and are still working and going to school at the same time....IMO this is what is involved in good parenting....teaching your kids to become self sufficient and responsible and yes in my opinion this means paying your own way thru college! It also teaches the value of money of which many dont know....you pay for something yourself you are much more likely to follow thru, make good grades and become successful IMO.