should i work while in graduate school ?
By daisyykm
@daisyykm (98)
China
September 11, 2012 8:31pm CST
I am puzzled that whether should i work or not in graduate school.
I have find a job after graduate from university , i want to gain some experience and earn extra money at the same time , now , the school is starting , i don't know whether i should return back to school or not . if i go to school to attend classes , than i have to ask for living expenses from my parents which i don't want to do so . if i continue working , than i fear that i will miss some class and can't learn much during graduate school .
what should i do ?
3 responses
@diezmara22 (818)
• Indonesia
13 Sep 12
Actually, education is important, but you still get to while working. Now the problem is the time, and you also should be able to manage your time so there is no clash between work and learning.
@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
12 Sep 12
What's your priority: to finish school, or be financially capable to put yourself to school by yourself? I know how it feels to be dependent to your parents for your needs, and I also know how it feels when you cannot concentrate on your school and studies. I suggest you list down the pros and cons of going to school full time versus having to sacrifice some classes to have a job. Only you can decide the weight of each pros and cons.
@enjoythejourney (524)
• United States
12 Sep 12
Look for a job on campus that allows you work around your classes. You should be able to do both as long as you do not overextend yourself. Classes need to come first but there are usually part time jobs that are flexible with your classes. Start with your own professors who may have a job for you.
