So I was thinking about my future

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The discussion centers on the decision to pursue a career in electrical engineering, particularly from the perspective of someone with a math background interested in signals processing. The individual expresses a desire to earn between $50,000 and $60,000 annually to support their lifestyle, prompting questions about the feasibility of achieving this salary right out of college with an EE degree. There is a debate about the necessity of this income level, with some participants questioning the need for such a high salary at a young age. The conversation highlights considerations of living expenses, including housing, transportation, and utilities, while also acknowledging the importance of factoring in additional costs like taxes. Ultimately, the individual feels optimistic about their financial prospects post-graduation.
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First, I've almost decided that I want to be an electrical engineer, but I wanted to know this. First, as a former math major who is highly interested in signals processing, is that the right path for me? And then I got to thinking of how much money I'd need to make per year to support the way I want to live, and I figured I'd need probably around $50,000 to $60,000 per year, right off the bat. Can I get that much out of college with an EE degree?
 
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Pff, how does someone your age need $60k a year to support their way of life??
 
Pengwuino said:
Pff, how does someone your age need $60k a year to support their way of life??

It's not about where I am now, it's about where I want to be.
 
Char. Limit said:
It's not about where I am now, it's about where I want to be.

Pblackblack I say.

New york?
 
Pengwuino said:
Pblackblack I say.

New york?

I'm thinking, house, car, food, electric bill, water bill, Comcast internet, top-of-the-line computer, it adds up.

But I took a look and I should be fine, I think.
 
Yah that's pretty basic, you're missing a good deal of expenditures (and don't forget taxes!)
 
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