r/GetMotivated • u/ellierwrites • Nov 22 '24

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Stop waiting for the new year, for a new month, for the clock to turn :00. Start now.

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u/Yalla_3ad Nov 22 '24

I started my master's degree in Orthodontics at age 34, now I'm 38 and I couldn't be happier about my career now

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u/[deleted] Nov 22 '24

Similar story here. Started a science degree in my early 30's, then I realized I could probably do engineering, despite thinking I sucked at math when I was younger. Took a while to get there, but I am about to graduate with an engineering degree, and in an industry I never thought I could get into, making more than I ever have. It's never too late to better yourself and your career.

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u/street593 Nov 23 '24

What kind engineering and industry?

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u/[deleted] Nov 23 '24

Industrial engineering, the mining industry.

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u/street593 Nov 23 '24

I'm considering going back to school for engineering. Can't decide which route to take.

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u/[deleted] Nov 23 '24

The main advice would be to look for programs that are accredited, and online if possible so you can work while you take classes part time at your own pace. Don't take out loans if you don't have to, and try to get grants wherever possible. Online schools can be pretty affordable, at times a fraction of in person ones.

Here is the site for abet accredited programs, which is the official engineering accreditation organization:

https://www.abet.org/accreditation