Today, I found out that the money I spent on a very specific degree was wasted, because apparently, I don't qualify for a job at the place that told me I had to have that degree. FML
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Fall
Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I spent ages applying for a scholarship online. I found out on the very last page that I do not meet the qualifications for it. FML
Today, I had my first job interview since graduating from university. The person who interviewed me informed me that not using my degree after two years practically makes it null and void. I guess instead of being a financial advisor at the company, I could always be a janitor there. FML
Today, I was unsuccessful in getting a job at a supermarket. The same supermarket I used to work at. I now have a degree but can't even get a job at a place I used to work. FML
Today, I found out I can't earn a bachelor’s degree towards my dream career because I have previously gone to undergrad. I only went to undergrad because my parents convinced me not to pursue my dream career the first time around. I quit a brutal job to pursue this… but at least I had a job. FML
Today, I found out I can't enroll in a course I need for my degree. I don't have the right prerequisites. They weren't posted anywhere. The applications for similar courses I could've taken instead have closed last week. I lost a year and a fuckton of money because I waited for the last minute, and now I can't get in. FML
Today, after spending 8 months and $11,000 on school, I was denied a job in my chosen career field. They told me they decided to go with someone with more experience. So who got the job? One of my classmates. This is her first job. EVER. FML
Today, I realized that I wasted my time in college. I'm supposed to graduate next month, and I hate the career I'm going into. I could've focused on recruiting and easily found a job I would enjoy, but I decided to waste my time watching YouTube videos and playing video games that I'm not even good at. FML
Today, I found out that the degree I'd assumed I had for the last 10 years was invalid due to a clerical error. Surely it'd be an easy fix? Nope. Both the degree structure and the admin system have been entirely changed between now and then. I'd have to study for two more years to validate it. FML
Today, I was rejected from a volunteer position because I "didn't have enough experience." I have a college degree in the specific field they were asking for. FML
Today, I'm at the unique point in my schooling that I'm either extremely overqualified or extremely underqualified for every job opportunity that appeals to me. FML
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Top comments
friedpwnadge 25
Screw 'em and find a place that will accept your degree.
silky_mitts 11
Still got the knowledge though bro
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Comments (28)
friedpwnadge 25
Screw 'em and find a place that will accept your degree.
wesleyc2110 22
Don't let them get you down, there are more than enough places to get a job
crazyindynathan 13
Most professions don't care too much about the kind of degree if you at least have one. Good luck
hudnnidnspe 13
I'm sure you'll find a job that requires that degree. When one door closes another one opens.͡° ͜ʖ ͡°
jake131000 21
Get an insurance license! Trust me!
silky_mitts 11
Still got the knowledge though bro
Chikiriwak 17
Well the person who told you that doesn't qualify for his job.
bananassin 25
Why not find another job that requires that degree? Is it for a good job?
niallo 23
Education is never wasted. A lot of the credits you took are necessary for all courses. Go for a different degree. It won't take as long as the first one. Good luck.
crudeandrudeguy 29
Maybe when they said "sorry, we don't hire anyone who doesn't have this degree" what they really meant was "EW, there is no way we will ever hire you".