wondering dave... you say i can get an interest-free loan. as far as i know, the only option for interest-free is through OSAP which i am not eligible for. can't give you a reason why i'm not eligible.. i've filled out an application on 3 occasions and always get a result of '$0'. :? is there another way to get an interest-free school loan? i was under the impression that the banks give you a favourable interest rate, but certainly not interest free.. and no 6-month grace period. but i could be wrong.
I have made the decision that if I get an acceptance, I am making the big life-changing step to go back to school and pursue a doctorate. Except this will be done in Germany, and it could be a very long term commitment that means I will be a student (and living as such) until well into my mid-30s :shock: That means giving up A LOT that I have gained in my last 4-5 years working in an already very well-paying career. But if money was my sole motivation, I would have made many different choices with respect to where I'd position myself... life is too short to be anything less than absolutely happy with what you do, and to realise your dreams and life's pursuits. OK, that enough philosophising before I start to get teary eyed...
I am thrilled to announce that, after months of anxious waiting, and many more years of dreaming and hoping, I received word of acceptance of my application to pursue an M.Sc. degree in Energy Engineering at RWTH (Aachen Technical University) in Germany. Basically, in this program, I will be taking the next step in studies and research in combustion engines and engine design at one of the most renowned Technical Universities in the world!! Those of you who have known me for a while will also know how long I have talked about and hoped for this. This acceptance represents the culmination and fulfilment of a deep desire of mine to go to Germany for many years. I have travelled there 4 times since 1999, and I have been fortunate to have been able to experience meeting so many people, and visiting places and sights that few have been able to.Waiting in anticipation in the past months has been one of my greatest challenges, and I thank all those of you who have journeyed with me and wished me favourably in this endeavour, and for others who have remembered me in their prayers. The circumstances of my acceptance is nothing short of a miracle, as I feared that my credentials were not as strong as I felt was necessary for acceptance at one of the most prestigious departments and Engineering Universities in Germany if not in all the world! My immediate challenges are to apply for a German student visa; selling most of my possessions (including my beloved Quicksilver ); coordinating the move from Canada to Germany; and working out financial details as I will be returning to full-time studies. The next few months will be a very busy one in many ways, but one of the biggest sacrifices yet would be to have to bid farewell to family, friends, and home, of which I consider you guys in that company. Such is the resolve of my dream that I am willing make this move. As a result, the upcoming summer will hold very special meaning for me as I take every possible opportunity out of all the busy-ness to enjoy the company of friends and family in a time of a lengthy but celebratory farewell. Thanks for letting me share in my joy. Going back to school might seem the farthest thing from good news to some of you, but I am so happy!!!!!!! :sly: :screwy: :laugh: Plans are already underway for a trip to Europe in mid-August through Labour Day, and one person is already down for it! More travel mates would be awesome!!! On the itinerary are stops in London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Rome, and the focal point being to PARTAY in Germany and Greece!Oh ya, since threads with no pics get few views, here's a couple
I ended up dropping it as a major and switched to Music. Doh!Good luck-Brendan84 Scirocco 8v00 Camaro L36 M49
There's a lot of back and forth between sciences and music. What do you play?
How is everyone's semester going?I haven't heard much from TDImeister lately, I'm sure he has his hands full over there. Anyone heard much from him?I'm sad to say I sold out and went back to working fulltime after year 1. I think I did it for the right reasons though and I hope to return to Engineering studies, but at the University level for Sept '06 or '07 start.Its a big commitment, 5 years of schooling. I'd like to hear some reflection from any Eng. grads on your experience, what you are doing with your education now, and what you might have done differently?