It depends.. i cant speak for other countries, or even states, but the state of california provides you with a gang of FREE money if your financial situation at home shows you need it. It also depends on what college you attend.. wheter its private, public, or community.. then it also depends on the package that the school offers you.. If anything, you can get loans that you dont have to start repaying until you graduate.
I get about $1500 in spending cash each year after my tuition, room, board, all that shit is paid for. During the school year i worked about 35 hours a week.. 2 jobs.