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Old 11-03-2013, 07:35 AM
 
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So I've contemplated going back to school and if it will be beneficial to my so called career or if it ill just add debt and another line on my resume. But, I'm almost 30. I need to be thinking about other things. So my question is, would going back to school to work on my masters (MBA at Mason on the Fairfax campus to be exact) close me off from the dating scene or actually help me in the dating scene. Do a lot of people in this area meet their significant other in school? Or are they more focused on education? Or is it all just networking and meeting new people?
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Old 11-03-2013, 08:07 AM
 
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Don't go to school in order to find a significant other. Go because it is a smart career move.

Friends got/are getting their MBAs at Georgetown and GW and have lots of social activities with their classmates. They are in their late 20's. Classmates are a mix of singles/marrieds/straight from undergrad/worked 20 years.
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Old 11-03-2013, 08:54 AM
 
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Don't go to school in order to find a significant other. Go because it is a smart career move.

Friends got/are getting their MBAs at Georgetown and GW and have lots of social activities with their classmates. They are in their late 20's. Classmates are a mix of singles/marrieds/straight from undergrad/worked 20 years.
ITA with CaliTerp07's advice. You'll find people from all walks of life in grad school, especially if you take evening classes. I think there are many more opportunities to socialize when in school, but only you'll know how much socializing you can do if you are working full-time and going to school. Best wishes.
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Old 11-03-2013, 09:07 AM
 
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What is your goal? A graduate degree? Or a future mate? Or both?

As everyone mentioned, you will definitely have opportunities to meet more people whether it's in class, an activity, internship, etc.

As far as beneficial-- we do not know your current career path or plans. Getting another degree will make you competitive but it doesn't guarantee you anything. Best of luck and be sure to enjoy your grad school experience!
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Old 11-04-2013, 05:43 AM
 
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I did night school for my MBA a few years back, 2008-2010. Mostly young professionals, a mix of single, married, relationships, etc. I was/am married, so meeting someone wasn't on my radar, but I made friends with a good group of people, many of us became friends and still occasionally meet up for happy hours. I do know a few dating relationships occurred within the larger group, though none of them lasted, so it is possible, but as others have said, it should not be your primary reason for going back to school.
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Old 11-04-2013, 08:45 AM
 
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Is your MBA going to be in Relationship Management?
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Old 11-04-2013, 08:53 AM
 
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Is dating truly that hard pressed in this area that this gentleman is willing to take out students loans he probably can never pay back in hopes to find love?
Ground control to major tom folks.
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Old 11-04-2013, 10:50 AM
 
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MBA is a great chance to meet some new people since the curriculum places an emphasis on network and relationship building. You are thrown together with different people to work on projects, to develop connections and etc. The school organizes networking events and etc outside of the classroom setting as well.

I don't know if I'd call it a good substitute for dating, but I wouldn't be surprised if someone told me that his/her partner in an MBA class.
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Old 11-04-2013, 11:56 AM
 
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I'm sure many other woman have obtained their MRS. while pursuing an MBA but don't let that be your determining factor for school.
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Old 11-06-2013, 06:49 PM
 
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Not all your classmates will be single and in their 30s. I would imagine a good amount of those going to get their MBAs have SOs or spouses already, and their employers are helping to pay for it.

How about joining local chapters of professional memberships to network and meet people? I can't tell from your post if you REALLY want to get an MBA, if your social/dating life is a strong factor in your decision.
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