I did everything ‘right’ in college, but couldn’t get a job in my field after graduation. Now, I’m going back to school.

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figcaption>I couldn’t get a job after graduation, so now I’m going back to school in a different field.

Now, I’ve decided to pivot to a new career path — and return to school

After years of throwing my hat in the ring for over 100 entry-level positions — and working multiple jobs to avoid gaps on my résumé — I finally stopped beating myself up.

Instead, I leaned into other things that make me happy, like pottery classes, yoga, and volunteer work. In fact, the more involved I became with local and national nonprofits, the more I discovered my passion for working within these spaces.

Now, I’m particularly interested in women’s health issues and have decided to pivot to a career in public policy. However, I know that having a master’s degree in this field could make me a more competitive candidate.

So, even though I poured my heart and soul into undergrad experiences that would help me stand out in a competitive job market, I’ve decided to take a risk and go back to school again — this time, abroad.

Luckily, I was accepted to a prestigious school in France with a scholarship that will cover a significant portion of my tuition.

Of course, there’s no guarantee I’ll easily get a job after completing my master’s program, and the thought of returning to school is intimidating. However, I’m eager to continue networking and learn more about a career path I’m excited about.