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I can truly sympathize with both sides of the argument. I can see how much of a factor finances can play in the future and it think the situation varies case by case. As a California resident, the cheapest i can expect to depart from dental school with is $260,000+. If i had to choose between a state school elsewhere for $50,000 vs my $250,000+ debt here in California, i think finances are almost undeniable important. In my case, i have to pay either $260,000 for the UC system or $350,000 for private. In either regard, the cost is tremendous, but what is valued more? Life experience or living by finances? I understand both can be done in sync, but where you reside may influence what experience YOU get out of dental school.
I understand much life experience will come after dschool and that dschool is what you make of it, but is this worthy enough to undermine factors aside from financial as significant decision factors? It is subjective as every individual is different and is entitled to their own opinion entirely. Some people here are married and have kids... some have a fiancee (such as myself)... and others come from wealth. I personally worked all my years through undergrad and have paid my way from the start. This makes me reluctant to take out tremendous amounts of loans, but the simple fact of the matter is that nothing in life is for sure. You only have one shot and never know when your time will come. I've seen some of the healthiest people die from heart attacks, some of the most defensive drivers pass away from traffic accidents, and some of the most daring individuals outlive them all.
For whomever reads this, do what make YOU happy. No one can ever walk in your shoes and know what YOU are feeling. Whatever decision you make, never look back in regret. Follow your heart and you can't live in regret.
I understand much life experience will come after dschool and that dschool is what you make of it, but is this worthy enough to undermine factors aside from financial as significant decision factors? It is subjective as every individual is different and is entitled to their own opinion entirely. Some people here are married and have kids... some have a fiancee (such as myself)... and others come from wealth. I personally worked all my years through undergrad and have paid my way from the start. This makes me reluctant to take out tremendous amounts of loans, but the simple fact of the matter is that nothing in life is for sure. You only have one shot and never know when your time will come. I've seen some of the healthiest people die from heart attacks, some of the most defensive drivers pass away from traffic accidents, and some of the most daring individuals outlive them all.
For whomever reads this, do what make YOU happy. No one can ever walk in your shoes and know what YOU are feeling. Whatever decision you make, never look back in regret. Follow your heart and you can't live in regret.
