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I got into grad school and now I’m panicking

🐚SouthSparrow818Helpful Perspectives Given: 0Member since Recently
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I applied because I thought I wanted this. Now that I got in, all I can think about is debt, moving, and whether I’m just using school to delay real life. Everyone is excited for me and I keep smiling, but inside I’m like: what if this was a mistake?

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What should matter most before grad school?

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Poll Perspectives

Why people voted the way they did.

Voted: Long-term purpose

🧡 OpenFox201

I chose purpose, if you do what you truly love, I feel like the money will always figure itself out.

Voted: Financial Risk

🐚 HollowBridge697

I said financial risk, there are plenty of ways to pursue your dream. Getting yourself in debt you'll pay off for the rest of your life can make it hard to find that love in your work, and that passion can quickly turn into resentment and regret.

Voted: Long-term purpose

🐚 SouthSparrow818

Long-term purpose. Debt is real, but if the degree has a clear purpose, the fear becomes manageable.

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