5 Reasons You Should Pursue a Doctorate After 50!

Is it okay to pursue your doctorate in your 40s or 50s? Pursuing a doctorate is a massive undertaking at any age; however, it can be done late in life. Especially nowadays with the variety of learning models and programs of study. I started my 5-year doctoral program at the age of 51. It was a grueling process, but I made it. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider pursuing a doctorate even if you are up in age. 1. You have a passion you want to investigate. 2. Professional Development - for career advancement, service, and professional recognition. 3. Personal Development - achievement and personal goals 4. Service to your professional and personal communities 5. Collaboration - study groups, writing groups, authoring and co-authoring manuscripts to submit for publication. Let me know if you would like more videos about my doctorate journey. It was a grueling process, however, I have gained so much from it all - new friends, acquaintances, opportunities, and communities. Read my work https://lynndaniel2.academia.edu/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/...