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[quote=Anonymous][quote]Undergrad I went to a mostly commuter school due to a number of family issues. And when on DCUM, always feel like a missed something that everyone else cherishes. So I graduated in a very marketable field and did well enough to get into a good MBA program (UVA tier) due to work history, recommendations, and reasonable GMAT score. Fast forward a few years later and spent a year studying, and eventually passing an exam for a profession license.

But something for me is still missing. The MBA and license were strictly for professional reasons. I never had a chance to be on a real campus, attending part for career and part just for the sake of learning. [/quote]

I don't mean to be unkind but I don't think you're looking at this with a discerning eye and you seem to be working very hard to convince yourself that this fantasy of going back to school will somehow fulfill you.  It's like an 'academic' affair.  You're in a fog.  From what I've seen, DCUM don't reminisce about how much they cherish their undergrad experience.  Oh, there are some people who prattle on about the need to go to a prestigious school but those are likely the same people who think their kids have to go to private elementary for a quality education.  You are ignoring the huge number of us who had experiences similar to your own.  I didn't go to a commuter colleger (except summers) but I did work full time while going to school full time - and I know I'm not the only one.  But, I did do my MBA at GMU - is that commuter enough?  And, I strictly did it for professional/career reasons.  That's what most of the world does - they go to school so they can become better educated and get better jobs, not to fulfill an emotional need.

I did the part time MBA program at Mason right after I got married and before I had kids.  It took a lot of my time and was quite an adjustment for my DH.  I think you're underestimating the impact on your DW and your relationship.  I don't mean to be snarky but this is the exact type of thing a relationship counselor can help you navigate. You two likely have very differing opinions about this and are having problems finding a compromise.  You should consider counseling.[/quote]

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