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Ask HN: How do you handle a full time job with grad school?

2 pointsby interconnectorover 12 years ago
I started a part time Masters Program in Electrical Engineering this fall while working full time as a software developer. Two months in, I feel somewhat overwhelmed balancing work, courses and research commitments. I wanted to reach out to HN readers who have been in similar shoes to learn of any tips to manage all three effectively.

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donebizkitover 12 years ago
I've been there and it hurts. I started working as a software dev at the end of my first year. Bottom line, I chose the non-research route. I stuck to classes only with one big exit project to validate my Masters. Other than that, 4 hours a night and taking full advantage of weekends. Good luck
pmtarantinoover 12 years ago
In my experience, it was really hard to do. It's late and I am tired, so I really can't focus on something, but feel free to ask something specifically and I will answer you.