Work and Grad School

United States
December 2, 2012 12:16am CST
So I'm going to graduate from college soon and I really want to go to grad school. I feel I can withstand the academic rigor and come out on top. But now I have to pay off some debt from my undergrad, and will have to work to continue paying bills. since I'm going to have to move out from my parent's house. To those of you who have some knowledge here; how did you do it? How were you able to go to grad school and work at the same time. If you didn't work, how were you able to support yourself? Thanks!
1 response
suildong
@suildong (64)
• China
2 Dec 12
My suggestion to you is that if you really hold strong interest in academy and you are sure that you can make great achievement in this area, you can go on with your study. If, unfortunately,you are hesitate, you should begin to work and support yourself. When I graduated from college, I have the same thought as you. But after two years or so, I began to regret for my decision. And now I am working, supporting myself. We all dont't want to leave school bu we have to. Of course you can do part-time jobs for your future work. I did not do this when in school. Hope you can seize the opportunity and make the best of your talent!
DaveGee1
@DaveGee1 (11)
• United States
2 Dec 12
This is certainly one of those decisions that I have to be sure about. I've done quite a bit of thinking and I'm very much enjoy my field. In fact, I can't imagine doing anything else for a living other than pursing my field. I really enjoy the work I've done and the work I do outside of school that's related. Thanks for your thoughts. I can't predict the future, and my feelings may change, but at this moment, I want to continue.