Becoming Unsure about Future Plans

romanigypsyeyes
Tue, 05 Feb 2019 04:42:26 +0000

I’m in a top phd program in my field (I was accepted to a similarly ranked History & WS joint phd but turned it down for my current department). I did not have any of those things when I applied. Hell, I didn’t even have a relevant undergrad degree. What I did have was strong writing skills, a good fit with a faculty member, and a reason for pursuing my phd.

A phd isn’t just a piece of paper. It’s training.

What is your goal? There are lots of things you can do with a phd that aren’t professor-track or even in academia.

PM me if you want to talk more. Good luck!