Nice...so just by writing the question, you got your answer. Glad PF helped, in some capacity .lisab said:
dighn said:
arunma said:Heh, I'm not sure about that. Grad school sure seems risky to me. Investing six years of your life just so that you can compete with 2,000 other physicists for 300 tenure-track jobs seems like quite a risk (scary part: I did not pull those numbers out of my ***, they're real statistics from AIP). But hey, if you want to make a trade, I'll give you my spot in grad school for your job.
Yes, it is absolutely possible to go to grad school or make a career change after 5 years of working. Many people choose to do so in order to further their education or pursue a new career path.
Yes, your work experience can be highly valued in both grad school and a new career. It can demonstrate your skills, dedication, and real-world experience in your chosen field.
It depends on the field or program you are interested in. Some may require you to start from the beginning, while others may allow you to transfer some credits or use your work experience as a substitute.
This is a personal decision and depends on your individual goals and circumstances. However, many people find it beneficial to further their education or pursue a new career path after gaining some work experience.
Balancing work and school or a career change can be challenging, but it is possible. It may require good time management skills, setting priorities, and possibly adjusting your work schedule or workload. Seeking support from friends, family, or colleagues can also be helpful.