Healthcare Administration or Law School?
Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 3:16 am
Hello all. I am new to the forum and this is my first post. I've found the forum very helpful and wanted to gain some insight from others about two options that I am considering.
If I attend law school, I will most likely enroll at Baylor because of the scholarship opportunities and because they operate on a quarter system; this will allow me to enroll this upcoming spring semester, which would be the most convenient time for me. My other current option is to pursue a Masters in Healthcare Administration at the University of Minnesota, which has a very strong and nationally recognized program (2nd in the USNWR rankings).
I am, however, a bit hesitant about entering law school because I have read several reports stating that the market for lawyers has become very poor and over-saturated. I wanted to know what the views were on this matter (will the market be different 3 years down the line when I graduate and am looking for employment?) and what industry you guys think would be wiser to enter. I understand that Baylor only has regional appeal, but I am a Texas native and so I would prefer to stay in the area. Also, the Texas legal market doesn't seem to be suffering as much as elsewhere. Any input would be greatly appreciated!
If I attend law school, I will most likely enroll at Baylor because of the scholarship opportunities and because they operate on a quarter system; this will allow me to enroll this upcoming spring semester, which would be the most convenient time for me. My other current option is to pursue a Masters in Healthcare Administration at the University of Minnesota, which has a very strong and nationally recognized program (2nd in the USNWR rankings).
I am, however, a bit hesitant about entering law school because I have read several reports stating that the market for lawyers has become very poor and over-saturated. I wanted to know what the views were on this matter (will the market be different 3 years down the line when I graduate and am looking for employment?) and what industry you guys think would be wiser to enter. I understand that Baylor only has regional appeal, but I am a Texas native and so I would prefer to stay in the area. Also, the Texas legal market doesn't seem to be suffering as much as elsewhere. Any input would be greatly appreciated!