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The discussion centers on the search for affordable online master's programs in applied physics or mathematics. Two specific programs at Purdue University and Johns Hopkins University were mentioned, both costing around $30,000 to $38,000, which many participants find prohibitively expensive. There is a suggestion to consider in-person programs that may offer stipends or teaching assistantships as alternatives. The conversation also highlights the financial implications of pursuing a master's degree, especially when the degree is viewed as more for personal enrichment than career necessity. Some participants express a preference for investing in equipment for a personal lab or machine shop instead of incurring significant debt for a degree. Additionally, options for programs outside the U.S. were introduced, including a master's in astrophysics and mathematics from institutions in the UK, which are comparatively more affordable.
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Bzzzzzzz

*THWACK!*

Sorry - there was a decimal point buzzing around.

/sarcasm

More seriously, why does it have to be online? Why not look for programs that you attend in person where you're supported by a stipend or teaching assistanceship?
 
My local university does not have that masters or anything close, at best they have a masters in mechanical engineering.

The second part of my answer is kind of ironic but I make too good of money where we live as does my wife. I want to start my own lab/machine shop and 30-40k can buy slot of equipment and get a metal building set up.

The masters would be more or less for myself and my own understanding as well as a resume back up if I had to find a new job ... but 30-40 k for it that's a hard pill to swallow and I will likely keep putting it off at that price.

Also I won't sign away my intellectual property rights for a piece of paper either.

Choppy said:
Bzzzzzzz

*THWACK!*

Sorry - there was a decimal point buzzing around.

/sarcasm

More seriously, why does it have to be online? Why not look for programs that you attend in person where you're supported by a stipend or teaching assistanceship?
 
Nobody :(
 
Awesome thank you, I did not even think to look outside of the USA.
 
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