Anyone here regret getting a masters or PhD?

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Yes, I do. I could have gotten to where I am by getting certifications. It would have been way less expensive and just as effective.

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My district doesn't give raises after 8 years unless you get a masters, so it's a necessary "evil". 🫠

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Nope glad that I have my MBA.

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The MBA alone of course was not enough. Experience and a few certifications helped. I’m that it has helped me.

Yes and no. My masters got me a pay bump for sure, but it's not necessarily relevant to the industry I'm in now. It opened doors for me, but I also wish I had a less expensive and maybe more relevant degree.

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Liberal arts masters here. Absolutely loved it, but worthless career-wise. It was basically free but I lost two years of earning potential.

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No, I don't. I know that many people believe that certifications mean the same as a degree but I would have to disagree. Attaining a PhD takes so much more willpower and discipline.

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I have a professional degree so a bit different but yes sometimes I regret it. I could have been getting paid a lot more doing something else with far less debt. Hopefully this mentally changes in the future

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Are you doing what you thought you would be when you took out your student loans? If so, do you feel like taking out your loans was worth it?

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Curious to know how much your student loans were when you graduated from your program, how much you’ve paid off so far, and your age. If you have any varying factors too, like kids, income range, etc. Just trying to see if I’m on track or slacking in life. I am 34 yo, i graduated with 95k in student loans, i currently have 85k left and i make 85k in come. I’m also a single mom with two kids. Just praying for 100% student loans forgiveness. Wishful thinking???

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