Beginning my welding program, need suggestions

Title. I only plan on wearing these for a couple days a week but I don't want to break the bank. I'm already paying out the pocket for all my other supplies in school so I'm a bit broke at the moment, but I don't want to get caught buying a new pair every semester. Just enough quality to not shit the bed after a year or 2. I'm just learning about the trade so I'd love some tips on features to look out for - shock resistance, composite toe etc.

Thank you all, I appreciate anyone taking the time to reply.