Weighing the choice between grad school or entering the workforce

As seniors embarking on their last semester of college, we’re faced with the daunting question: “What are your plans after graduation?” The ongoing pandemic is of course continuing to affect everyone’s lives and actions, but the two most common paths recent college graduates take is to either enter the workforce or to attend graduate school.

Each of us would like to share our reasons for choosing one of these options, to help others decide which path might be right for them.

Entering the workforce: Vivian  

During my time at Ohio University, I’ve worked hard to set myself up for success during and beyond my college experience. I worked a total of three jobs, had five internships, and have served on Scripps’ PRSSA executive board for two years. Essentially, all of the right steps to be successful following graduation.

Attending grad school has always been something I’ve been interested in pursuing, and up until last year, it was my plan after graduation. My change of heart came during COVID-19 when the whole world came to a standstill. I began evaluating my goals in life and what I wanted to do—not only to be successful but also to be happy.