Surprise Expenses PhD Version: Conference Fees

Surprise Expenses PhD Version: Conference Fees

I just got back from a pretty cool conference in Istanbul, Turkey. My university really pushes that you present your work at least once a year somewhere, so that generally means attending at least one conference. This push to present your work is a pretty common requirement of PhD programs. For some of you reading,…

Mid-Life PhDs and Financial Regret

Mid-Life PhDs and Financial Regret

So, let’s talk today about mid-life PhDs and financial regret. My brother wants to go see a Broadway play while I’m home next month. I am getting absolutely walloped with expenses right now – many my fault. Some also are short term bigger expenses to lower expenses overall. And my first though, after this very…