Not sure what to say to my M.S. thesis adviser (formerly my Ph.D advisor) or prospective interviewers on when I can leave academia and start a real job.
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posted by permiechickie
on May 13, 2013 -
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I have the opportunity to pursue
this master's in software program for free. I jumped on the opportunity, but now as my first semester winds to a close, I'm beginning to wonder just how valuable this actually is.
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posted by COBRA!
on Apr 26, 2013 -
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In a nutshell: I'm almost 38 years old, happily married, and am currently raising 3 kids (the youngest is 9). I work full-time at a job that I love – and that loves me back - but which doesn't pay
particularly well. My husband's income compensates for that. We are decidedly middle class with some debts, low savings, and a mortgage. I have a (Canadian) college diploma in social services that's a little over 2 years old at this point. I am trying to decide whether to further my education - and whether to do it now or later.
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posted by VioletU
on Mar 14, 2013 -
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I'm toying with the idea of getting a Masters program in the next year or two in a specific field within my current career path. Since the program is fairly unique, the school isn't requiring a GRE score for the application (although it's a top research university in the US on the West Coast). So what are they looking for in my application? How does not needing a GRE score change things? Lots of questions!
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posted by carmel
on Feb 21, 2013 -
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When the AIDS crisis showed up, I literally put my education on pause. I figured I would spend the next 5 years caring for friends until they all died, and then go back to school. 23 years later, I have 23 years of experience in HIV research and social services and a B.A. in religious studies. Snowflaky details....
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posted by Sophie1
on Feb 5, 2013 -
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Is a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership a real thing? Should I pursue it, given that it wouldn't cost me anything but time?
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posted by cessair
on Jan 30, 2013 -
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Convince me not to get a Master's degree. I'm looking into a program at Columbia which would be at full price, which is not cheap. I'd like you to convince me not to attend, or tell me why it's a good idea after all.
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posted by Rock 'em Sock 'em
on Jan 24, 2013 -
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I'm about to bite the bullet and get a student loan. Help me out/talk me out of it/give me a better option. Special snowflake stuff inside.
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posted by zardoz
on Sep 20, 2012 -
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I'm starting a master's course soon. My mother is giving my brother a kidney a month later. Am I going to be needed at home?
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posted by Fen
on Aug 22, 2012 -
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I need to make some life changing decisions right now. I finish my bachelors degree in business administration soon and need to specialise myself for my masters. I want to stay in business, but I havent found my "niche" yet. More inside!
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posted by freddymetz
on Aug 22, 2012 -
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What are some good MA programs in Urban planning in the US? With emphasis on working from the architectural side on large scale developments, particularly in relation to tourism.
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posted by pynchonesque
on Aug 19, 2012 -
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I've been looking at Media Studies grad programs and the most attractive I'm come across is the Media Studies Masters at the New School.
The catch is, I really don't want to move to NYC.
Does anyone have experience with the New School's online MA programs? I've only been able to find one blog post about doing this particular program online, where the student was sort of defending it like, "This is NOT University of Phoenix!"
Or thoughts on online MA's in general?
I've taken one class online (through MassArt) and I learned a lot, but never felt like "Dang! That was a great class!" Which may or may not have anything to do with it being online....
posted by smb793
on Aug 5, 2012 -
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Should I quit grad school? Or would it be "the worst mistake of my life" as many feel and/or have told me. Should I suck it up/grow up? Or is it as bad as it seems?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 24, 2012 -
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How much does a masters course in London usually end up costing?
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posted by Fen
on Jul 7, 2012 -
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Should I leave my graduate school? Is it even worth it to get a master's degree? Long story inside.
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posted by ohmansocute
on Jul 3, 2012 -
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Wondering whether I should go for the PhD that I wanted when I went back to school, or whether it's more sensible to stay where I am and do a Master's first.
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posted by Scientist
on Jul 1, 2012 -
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Graduation gift for a close friend getting their masters in education? (More inside)
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posted by anonymous
on May 2, 2012 -
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Help me make a decision I keep circling over again and again -- interdisciplinary masters that lets me do some cool research now, or continuing to work/exist in desired city and a more professional and/or appropriate MA/PHd in the next year or two?
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posted by elephantsvanish
on Apr 22, 2012 -
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I need help deciding the benefit of a 401k and a free masters degree for a software engineer who likes his current job but is hearing the siren's song from the private sector.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 3, 2012 -
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MPA or M.S. Writing? More useful, or more engaging? I'm at a point where I am thinking about my advanced degree choices, and would love some input and advice.
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posted by thatbrunette
on Mar 21, 2012 -
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Right now, you're a college freshman. In ten years, you want to be a high school history teacher, probably somewhere in the northeast U.S. What path are you going to take to get there?
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posted by amy lecteur
on Mar 7, 2012 -
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I have an bachelors degree is business but want to get my masters in education. I'm applying to Hunter College's School of Education in NYC. What are my chances if I do not meet the admissions requirements for an undergraduate major in liberal arts or science. This is a link to the admissions requirements page:
In general, what are the chances of getting into a graduate program? What do admissions look for when selecting prospective students? Are Hunter's graduate programs for education competitive to get into? Can I lower my chances of getting acceptance if I submit my application too close to the deadline?
posted by flowers103
on Mar 5, 2012 -
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Engineering master's degree: worth it in my special situation? I have an engineering BS, the MS would be in the same sort of engineering, and it would be free (sort of). I've been working in non-engineering academic research, but I want to get into industry R&D.
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posted by your mom's a sock puppet
on Jan 9, 2012 -
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I'm looking for a fully online MA program in TESOL or a related field like Applied Linguistics, that is NOT meant for K-12 public school teaching, with the aim of professionalizing myself as an English tutor. I found the New School's program
here, that would certainly cover all my bases, but I simply wouldn't be able to afford the cost. Can you help me find other options?
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posted by StrikeTheViol
on Jan 9, 2012 -
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How do I find a masters degree program in the environmental/biological sciences that doesn't require a BS and will match my interests?
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posted by abirdinthehand
on Oct 25, 2011 -
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My Masters program isn't the academic challenge that I hoped it would be. I'm paying a lot of money and spending a lot of time to do this in addition to my full-time job. Should I keep going or cut my losses?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 18, 2011 -
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LifePlansFilter: I’m currently enrolled in graduate school in a masters of secondary education in art program. I enrolled as a way to explore my creativity in studio classes, and also as something to do during unusual life circumstances. Being in this program will continue to be an option for me for a limited time. Should I take the requisite courses I need to complete the program or should I keep taking whatever classes I want and drop out of the program when I leave? Many details within.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 16, 2011 -
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How do you properly reference an online forum post in a masters thesis using APA 6?
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posted by meech
on Oct 11, 2011 -
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So I'm taking the plunge (sort of) and starting grad school to get my Masters' degree. How in the world do I
pay for it?
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posted by zardoz
on Sep 30, 2011 -
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Looking for "cheap" but high quality masters/finance program in Europe(preferably), that has an emphasis on hedgefunds/quant/derivatives/trading and is taught in English.
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posted by sawyerrrr
on Sep 16, 2011 -
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Which grad schools in the Bay Area are open to interdisciplinary approaches, especially with regards to creativity & sexuality?
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posted by divabat
on Aug 31, 2011 -
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Have gotten invited to be part of an academic research center. Will you tell me if I should approach them with the biggest proposal I would complete in three years?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 25, 2011 -
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I was all set to leave my current job in two weeks to take some time off and work on my Masters. I need to call my boss tomorrow to resign, and I have cold feet. Help! Should I take the plunge?
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posted by Tehhund
on Apr 14, 2011 -
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I have a Master's in math, and would like to get a job in the tech industry or a laboratory, but my resume is very teaching-oriented. I would like tips on retooling it to make myself more attractive. I also have several months to improve my skills.
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posted by Earl the Polliwog
on Apr 4, 2011 -
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Considering a Masters in Anthropology... curious about which programs are worth applying to and job/graduate options afterwards
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posted by faeuboulanger
on Feb 19, 2011 -
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What is the best English MA grad school that focuses on literary forms and content, and literary canon? Secondarily, a PhD program that has a 'hidden' MA possible in this area?
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posted by reenka
on Jan 21, 2011 -
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