Is a PhD STILL Worth It in 2026? (Professor’s Honest Advice)
Published February 20, 2026
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Should you get a PhD in 2026? Is grad school still worth it? What about AI, the academic job market, and the current climate in higher education? Hi, I’m Dr. Padilla — a professor in computer science and psychology — and in this updated 2026 version of my popular “Is a PhD Worth It?” video, I break down the real trade…
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