<prompt> Human: Ive been putting in some thought about going to school and getting a degree. Going to school will be very expensive though. I currently rent but Im debt free and have about 20k saved up. Im wondering if I should invest in to school or put the money towards a home.edit: I currently work in engineering. I would be going to school for either a ME or a totally unrelated CS degree.  <response>: You were me 5 yrs ago... I now make way more than that. Focus on experiences and meeting people. Take up golf. Work on small projects on the side. If there are special niche classes you want to take or learn about, try looking at reddit - and getting a general scope of the field. I actually know college professors that have invited me into their classes to observe. I could have taken the class for free with the exception of earning credits. Be resourceful. Sounds like youre already good at that : Engineering is good money. If you like it, you can be set for life if you play your cards right. 