Masters in structural engineering?
Masters in structural engineering?
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I'm currently working for a decent sized firm that hired me right when I graduated in may 2012 with a bachelors in civil engineering. I graduated in the top 5% of my class, not that that means a lot when you get out into the real world. I've been with the company for about 6 months basically entering data into a computer, something that someone with an associates degree in drafting or an intern could do. I recently got accepted into the ms program at the university I graduated from and they are offering me a job which will pay for my tuition as well as a stipend. I'm basically at a crossroad of whether or not I should leave my current job to pursue my masters. I feel that the opportunity is too good to pass up and I would rather do it now being only one semester removed from school rather than later on down the road. At the same time I feel that giving up a job, especially in today's economy could come back to haunt me later in life. I also feel that research and teaching may be a field I would like to get into, so obtaining a phd may be in my future if I find that is something I would like to pursue.
I'm basically just looking for advice on how to approach my situation or a different perspective on it. Thanks
I'm basically just looking for advice on how to approach my situation or a different perspective on it. Thanks





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I did not have the oppurtunity you had, but my employer is paying for my education. It will take me a total of 5-6 years to complete my masters going this route as well.
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