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Re:Ask HN: Difficulties with Going Back to School by pavel_lishin on Sunday March 23, 2025 @10:47AM (#43453272)
> All the concerns you list are the least hard part of getting a degree.

I don't think that "paying $80k" and "finding the time to actually get the degree while maintaining a full-time job" are the "least hard" parts.

Re:Ask HN: Difficulties with Going Back to School by brudgers on Sunday March 23, 2025 @10:56AM (#43453341)
The author said they don't have to pay $80k because degrees in their home country are cheaper.

The author could work part time for less money.

They are not giving themselves permission.