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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I got decent grades in math and science (even took both AP Calc classes in HS) but STEM wasn’t my strength. I didn’t have any desire to be an engineer or a doctor. Could I have forced my way through? Sure. But I wouldn’t have been happy.

My husband is an engineer/govt contractor. I work in a nonprofit. Yes, he makes more money than I do. Doesn’t matter because I enjoy my job and I like knowing that what I do makes an impact for those in need. [/quote]

And we need plenty of people like this!! Not everyone can be or should be STEM/Medical. People need to do what they like/love.   However, kids choosing majors/careers that pay lower need to know that going in.  So don't take 100K+ in student loans if your job will start you at $40K and you will likely never top $95K.  And know that you need to live a lifestyle that your income can support. Set your expectations accordingly.[/quote]

I was lucky that my parents paid for my undergrad, although it was like $20k/year all in for a fancy private school in the 90s. My husband was military and much of his schooling was covered by the GI Bill, with some covered by his employer near the end.

We have a decent life. Our kids are taken care of and go to good schools. Our home isn't huge or fancy, but we are comfortable. We don't take fancy vacations and much of our vacation time has to be spent visiting my husband's family, anyway (he grew up halfway across the country)

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