I see many of you have a good education. I'd like to know how you financed it, especially the MA, what obstacles you had and how you overcame them.... and anything else you'd like to share. Also do you live in the US, or somewhere else?
Men are also welcomed to answer, of course.
2007-12-02 10:45:54 · 24 answers · asked by Fex 6 in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
There's no wrong answer to my q's, generally Rebel, don't worry.
2007-12-02 10:53:54 · update #1
Yeah, I wish I was just out of HS Ms. Rousseau...
2007-12-02 11:00:42 · update #2
You're the one who got me thinking, Flying... and I was thinking about it really hard for the last 6 months anyway... Maybe it's time to stop thinking and start doing...
2007-12-02 11:02:47 · update #3
I also see a pattern... both CPAs are getting help from the company... that's good if you like numbers... but I like people more... damn!
2007-12-02 11:04:54 · update #4
Tera, wow, I didn't know you're such a smarty pants... from reading your other posts, I know life hasn't exactly be kind to you, so let me just say that I admire you, lady!
2007-12-02 11:22:28 · update #5
Shark, yeah I thought about it... going in as an officer since I got a BA, but with this war right now, I'm kinda nervous. They did want me, and they would've paid all my old loans, 17k, plus you know, they got those bonuses... they wanted me for languages... you know, go to Monterrey and all that... it's just that you have to sign up for more than a few years... I guess that school is pricey. I didn't throw that option out just yet though.
2007-12-02 11:27:48 · update #6
Steven, that's kind of what I'm interested in... pole dancing...LOL NO! You silly, academia.... I taught before, even though they shouldn't have hired me without an MA, but I had other valuable experiences... You're working on a PHD I thought... right?...
2007-12-02 11:40:27 · update #7
Great job Kessie...for real I'm sure it's not easy when you have kids...
2007-12-02 14:19:23 · update #8
I was a pole dancer.
No, actually it was far worse. I had to teach. If you're at a major university you should ask if they let grad students teach courses or recitation sections. It's a lot of work, but it's also really good experience if you're interested in an academic job. They usually waive your tuition and give you some cash on top.
2007-12-02 11:36:00 · answer #1 · answered by Steve-O 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm a year and a half away from getting my undergrad after switching majors a few years ago. I get student loans from the state, and when that hasn't completely covered costs I have taken out an alternative loan through my bank, which is super high on interest unfortunately! Otherwise I work for rent, food and everything else. I'm a little afraid of all the debt I'm accumulating, especially since I'm hoping to go for grad school, but from the words of my mother "You can't put a price on your education!"
2007-12-02 12:31:49 · answer #2 · answered by TheSweetFantastic 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
All in the US:
First degree: Bachelors: Got an academic scholarship the first year at a private college, paid for everything my freshman year. Transferred to a public university once it wasn't renewed and did work-study, student loans, mom and dad's help, and worked full-time summers. Lived in horrible housing, it was cheaper than dorms. Paid back all my student loans.
Second degree: Associates: Worked full-time and went to school early morning classes and nights. Paid for college/books from my wages and student loan. Lived in the worst part of town, since rent was cheap. Paid back my student loan.
Third degree: Masters: I was working almost full-time, going to school a class at a time; now working full-time and taking two classes at a time. I've paid for all my classes/books with savings and wages, so far no student loans. I'm done with over half of it, this week! I may go for my Ph.D, too, but I'll probably get student loans for it if I do it.
No matter what-get as much education as you can. It's worth it.
2007-12-02 14:35:40 · answer #3 · answered by edith clarke 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My degree is in business management from an affiliate of Penn State in the mountains of Pennsylvania (U.S.). I took out some student loans, grants, scholarships and worked 35 hours per week. I went to school full time and I was a supervisor/trainer in a telemarketing room for the newspaper after school . It was a challenge. Well worth every penny though.
Take care.
2007-12-02 11:28:47 · answer #4 · answered by Jen 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have a 120k student loan for both my MAs. It's a monthly problem that I have yet to overcome every time I write that check LOL. At least I'm using my education and making money though. It's just an investment nobody can take away and does not depreciate, so the cost is really minor at the end.
I wish I was talented enough to get a scholarship, but I wasn't :) I tried to use my good looks but the admission's office declined LOL
2007-12-02 10:50:26 · answer #5 · answered by Lioness 6 · 7⤊ 1⤋
I'm at the end of finishing a two year transferable degree at a local community college. (I plan to transfer to a four year college for my bachelor's degree after I graduate). So far, between the pell grant, state need grants, and other grants I've received, I haven't had to pay one dime out of pocket for any of my educational expenses. In fact, I've had money left over to help with living expenses. And because of my grades, (I have a 3.99 gpa), I qualify for scholarships that will help me pay my tuition when I transfer to a four year college. Check with the financial aid department at the school you'd like to attend to find out what you may be eligible for. You'd be surprised how much help is out there! And I agree with Flyinghorse: go for it!!! You'll be amazed how many doors will open for you once you make the decision to open the very first door and go through it.
Good luck!
2007-12-02 11:19:27 · answer #6 · answered by It's Ms. Fusion if you're Nasty! 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Bachelor's Degree (Nursing and Social Work). It took twice as long because I had a small child, but worth every minute. I went to college in Florida. I took advantage of grants and scholarships. You will be surprised how much financial help is available. if you're still in high school, ask a guidance counselor about financial aid...mine paid for books, tuition and a small living allowance.
2007-12-02 10:55:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I am finishing my MA; in two days I have to send it!! Yeahh!! I am sooooo tired! It has been a mega project as I have been working to pay my studies. I am hoping to have a good note in this thesis (in the USA) and dissertation (in Europe), as I would like to get a scholarship for Phd...my reason? I just love to research and write..not now that I am almost having a heart attack as the dead line comes closer and closer (lol).
No I don't live in the USA, but in Europe.
Planning to come with a party question once this is out of my hands! :-)
Edit to Fairy: My moto (sp? English?) Just DO it. action is what counts. Many times we think too much, but we just need that little first step, and the rest comes with it. Go for it l! ;-)
2007-12-02 10:59:03 · answer #8 · answered by Flyinghorse 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
whats up! i could merely such as you to appreciate, you at the instant are not on my own. My relatives are all roman catholic and all my buddies do no longer possibly have self belief of their lives very plenty. in the experience that your coronary heart is in it then i think of perhaps you may study greater approximately it, prayers, habit around men and girls, a thank you to gown. yet enable me additionally say as somebody who has "reverted" to Islam. do no longer enable every person enable you to already know what you could and can't do. this is your decision, there is issues which you at the instant are not waiting to do yet, eg masking up. do no longer enable every person make you do it earlier you're arranged to, you additionally can no longer % to. Allah would not desire to inconvenience you by any potential. Do what you sense is right . I additionally advise you examine alot, there are an excellent type of books, i'm nevertheless gaining awareness of, you in no way stop gaining awareness of, that's what's so alluring approximately Islam.. yet examine considering the fact which you advance your very own opninion and extremely own expertise. listening to individuals is complicated using fact this is their opinion. i've got been Muslim for some months now, i do no longer completely conceal up yet i understand that I could, how ever in time, i'm going to get there. I do have male buddies and that i presently stay with a male buddy, this is okay in case you view each and every thing interior the main awesome way and you already know your self nicely sufficient to prepare the regulations of islam. in case you % help i'm going to luckily allow you to out with any questions. i'm going to no longer be waiting to respond to all of them, yet i'm going to attempt my maximum suitable to. and Masha'Allah for even thinking approximately it. I wish you the main suitable and that i wish which you % the path of peace.
2016-09-30 11:29:11 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a masters in environmental chemistry and I financed it by it applying for (and receiving) an assistant-ship, it came with a tuition wavier and a stipend of $1000 a month (it wasn't much but enough to pay for my apartment and necessary items). My bachelors degree was more expensive (I went to a private college $22,000 a year) I received subsidized student loans, Pell grants and an academic scholarship to pay for tuition and I worked full time to pay for rent and expenses.
2007-12-02 11:18:01 · answer #10 · answered by Libby anne 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋