Grad School Buddy - Season 2 Episode 9: Getting A Masters Degree in a Nigerian University - The Public vs Private School Dilemma (with Chisom Igwilo and Nnamdi Ohachenu)

Season 2 Episode 9: Getting A Masters Degree in a Nigerian University - The Public vs Private School Dilemma (with Chisom Igwilo and Nnamdi Ohachenu)

04/01/23 • 70 min

Today’s episode sheds light on going to grad school in Nigeria. The conversation with both Nnamdi Ohachenu and Chisom Igwilo who are currently studying for a master’s degree in Economics posed a thrilling reveal of how contrasting their experience in grad school is.
Nnamdi who studies at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (a public school in Nigeria) recounts his day-to-day school life structure, the challenges he faces, and how difficult it was to navigate public school lifestyle after going to private school for his undergrad.
On the other hand, Chisom talks about how well-structured and accommodating her school is due to the hybrid setting. She studies at a private university in Abuja and she addresses the positive ambience she felt in comparison to her experience as an undergrad in a public university.
Throughout the episode, it is interesting to observe both of them experience cultural shock as opposed to their backgrounds as undergrads. It highlighted just how relatable and different the day-to-day school life structure is for the average Nigerian student.
Honestly, you have to listen to this episode for the full gist! And share with everyone going through the grad school process.
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Cyril explains in detail his motivations for applying to the scholarship and his program of choice; he cites planning, time management, and research as the core of his application process and imminent success in his pursuits. He firmly believes that while studying hard, there will always be time to have fun as he lets us in on his skydiving and bungee jumping adventures.

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Season 2 Episode 10: Never Say 'It's Too Late' with Carrie Reilley

Hey guys, here’s the “Never Say it’s Too Late” to go to graduate school episode you’ve been asking for. Today, Grad School Buddy meets up with Carrie, a detective in New York who decided to go to grad school almost two decades after getting an undergrad.
In this episode of the podcast, she talks about moving from New York to Washington, DC, getting a work-based scholarship to fund her education, and how a ‘leap of faith’ helped her reach her goals.
Carrie has a Master of Arts in Public Management from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Production and Management from the state university college in Buffalo. Her story serves as an inspiration to anyone who feels like it’s too late to pursue their dreams.
Listen to this episode if you need light-hearted cheer from an older soul to get you through the many challenges of grad school, and don’t forget to share it with friends and family.
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