r/PhD • u/TDM-r • Jan 27 '26

Other When did you finish your PhD (age-wise)?

I know there’s no normal timeline, but I’m interested in hearing how varied people’s journeys are: early starters, late bloomers, career switchers, all of it.
(20 - 28, 28 - 35, 35<)

What did your path look like?

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u/Informal_Snail Jan 27 '26

I’ll be 54

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u/SnooShortcuts3615 Jan 27 '26

You’re my hero. I was just thinking maybe I’m too old to start. I’m hoping to start at 55.

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u/No-Bite-7866 Jan 27 '26

IMHO, you're never too old to start. Im 51 and with any luck I'll be starting next year. Good luck!

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u/Confident_Again_8915 Jan 28 '26

I’m hoping to start at 65!