I got my bachelor's degree in philosophy and now cannot find a job. I don't want to wait tables for a living and am currently living at home with parents. Was it a waste of time getting my bachelor's degree. Just is not paying off
2007-11-12 06:14:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
so you guys suggest I go back to school? I'm tired of philosophy (Plato and Socrates do not pay the bills)--how do switch into a major like computers if I already have an undergrad degree? Would I have to get a whole new undergrad degree in computers, or is there a quicker way?
2007-11-12 07:15:03 · update #1
I am 37 years old, about to finish my bachelor's degree this semester, and starting the master's program in January in psychology. I have been alot of places, and done a lot of things, thinking I didn't need a college degree. Now, though, I realize how big a difference it's made in my life, just having it, being smarter. I can be jobless, I can be broke, but I will never be ignorant again. There are so many opportunities for you right now. You could write for some online blogs; you could write a book, perhaps about your experience in getting a degree, and then your dismay at not being able to find a job. Why is that - that a college graduate can't find a job? Something to do with today's market? Philosophers have changed the world. I would implore you to find your own way to make your mark on the world - you will find inner satisfaction, and from there people will see that you have motivation and ability that they will find desirable in you for an employee.
2007-11-12 06:23:19 · answer #1 · answered by itsmejack 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're not doing anything with your bachelor's degree why not just go and get your master's degree? At least then you will be qualified to teach. Unfortunately philosophy is a very hard degree to find jobs in. Teaching is one of your best options if you want to stay in this field. No offense, but you had to know at least half way through your college education that philosophy was a hard career to find a job in.
2007-11-12 14:23:00 · answer #2 · answered by k monster 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You got a liberal arts degree. Many companies are look for well-rounded graduates like yourself.
Have you been using the college's referral service? Are you looking for jobs outside your local area? Do you have a resume posted on Monster and other job boards?
What did you expect to do with a degree in philosophy? It's a good education; it's not career training. You'll need to get into a management training program or other entry-level job with a company and go from there.
Have you looked into Americorps or Peace Corps to build your experience level? If you have a degree, but no experience, you need to gain experience.
2007-11-12 14:22:38 · answer #3 · answered by Steve A 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
dude, no offense, but yeah--you wasted your time on a bogus degree. I would not spend another second in school if I were you unless I knew for a fact there will be a good job lined up at the end
2007-11-13 00:55:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is skills that you can use in a job like reading writing report making graphs etc.
2007-11-12 14:30:10 · answer #5 · answered by Bob S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋