I've heard that you're allowed to work 20 hours a week part time on a student visa. Is that true? Is it easy to find part time jobs (what type?) and whats the pay like?
also, is the student visa valid for travel through the schengen countries or do you suggest i get a separate visa if i want to travel through europe? (most importantly: will i have time? i'm going to FDA for a masters - does anyone know what the term dates are and when the vacation period is?)