> I also don't know how to compare this story to the many stories of people who graduate with 80k in debt and can't find a job in field in which they studied.

> I also don't know how to compare this story to the many stories of people who graduate with 80k in debt and can't find a job in field in which they studied. I have a friend going through this scenario minus the 80k debt. The field might not exist in their location. She’s looking at relocating and losing custody of her daughter. Or working another job and staying put for her family. I’ve met a lot of brilliant people who’s ambition has been bypassed or delayed due to external factors. Sometimes getting the brass ring means sacrificing more than you can give.