Am I a productive citizen even if I'm in graduate school at age 30?

Question

I sure don't feel like one. There are people a lot younger than me who are accomplished, own a home, have a career, etc. I have nothing! I have to borrow money just to eat. I feel like a parasite.

Answer 1

Well, I'll be a 30 year old grad student...and I consider it the smartest move I've made!  I will have my home, and career when I'm ready for them.  I have life experience that all those 23 year olds don't.  Feel like a parasite if you want....I'm right on track (I suggest you join me).

Answer 2

I'm older than you and I'll be entering into school for the second time. When you finish, and you're well off, you'll know that you earned this. Good luck.

Answer 3

We grad students are never considered productive.  But someday we'll graduate and be the ones well-off.  Hopefully it won't be too late for a family by that point.