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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My dad got his PhD while I was working on my Masters. It was just something that he wanted and it was the first time in his life he felt he had the time between work and family commitments. I think if it is something that will be fulfilling for you, you should go for it. My dad died unexpectedly a year after he completed it and I'm glad he got to do some of the things on his bucket list.[/quote]

OP here.  I bet that even if your dad was a multi millionaire, the satisfaction of getting his PhD was an enormous source of pride.  I understand what people are saying about retirement funds, etc., but I plan to work way into my 60's. [b] Sometimes a person just has to do something because they want to give it a try, no matter if pieces of the puzzle are illogical.[/b][/quote]

Meh - you're not talking about saying "fuck it" and buying a smoker.  You're talking about a significant investment of money, time, and energy.  When you have a family, especially with children about to start college, wanting to give it a try for illogical feelings isn't enough.  I'm not saying you shouldn't do it, but you need to sit down and figure out if this degree program makes fiscal sense (are you likely to increase your earnings enough to pay back the $48K easily), career sense (is this degree actually necessary to move forward), and general logical sense (are there other, less burdensome ways to achieve your goals)?[/quote]

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