So I’m 21F, currently in second year of graduation. I’m majoring in history and have a minor in economics.
My question is, which option out of the following will be better? My parents are about to retire in mid-2025, and I want to be financially independent asap, while also getting to master in economics from abroad on my money.
Option 1
Graduate➡️Do administrative government job for 3-5 years➡️Apply for masters in econ abroad, with higher chance to get in due to work experience
Option 2
Graduate➡️Do masters in econ from home country (1 yr)➡️Do govt job
This option is a bit risky as it would require me to study till 2028, 3 years after my parents’ retirement, then apply for job.
Please advise on what should I do.
Comments
I’d recommend applying to Master’s programs and jobs and see what options you get. It’ll be easier to make a decision once you have firm options. How are you planning on supporting yourself financially for a Master’s abroad?
How much money do you expect to make with the masters and without? Will you have to take loans?
Is there a difference between a masters in home country vs abroad? Where are you hoping to work?
If you do the masters now, you will have a few extra years of higher salary which could make up the difference. Can you apply for masters abroad now instead of waiting?