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Explore 8 compelling reasons why getting a Ph.D. could be a game-changer for your career and future prospects in academia, research, and industry. Whether you aspire to teach, specialize in research, or enhance your earning potential, a Ph.D. in computer science opens up a world of opportunities. Embrace the challenge and growth that grad school offers, and let the expertise of mentors and peers shape your intellectual journey. Welcome aboard this transformative experience - script your success story starting today!
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Why Get a Ph.D.? • 1. I want a license to teach at the college/university level. • 2. I want to be Member of Technical Staff at a major corporate research lab. • e.g., IBM Watson • Xerox PARC • Microsoft Research • Lucent Technologies
3. It will help my career in product development — hardware or software. • 4. It will earn me a better salary in industry.
5. I came up the academic route, • and that’s what’s expected of the ablest students.
6. Grad school beats working all hollow. • 7. The market is depressed, and I can’t find a suitable job.
8. I’m crazy about computer science and can’t help myself— • I’m eager to learn with the best mentors and peers, • and grad school is where the action is.
WELCOME ABOARD! • That’s why your faculty is here.