I just graduated from college in May 2007 and started graduate school August 2007. I am not sure I would do it again.
In fall of 2006, the allure of generous funding from graduate schools and government scholarships for graduate study was irresistible. I applied, and got in to every grad school I sought admission to, as well as a government scholarship. I was excited but there was a feeling deep down inside that something wasn't right. That something was graduate school - it's not right for me. It doesn't align with my life purpose, and I don't look forward to it when I get up in the morning.
If you generally don't like school now, you won't like grad school. If you're not excited about your studies now, you probably won't be in grad school. Bottom line is, do it only if you really enjoy school and it will lead you to a career that aligns with your life purpose. Stay away from it otherwise, and get a job, or other experience. Grad school is quite a commitment, and not one you should make lightly before considering whether it is right for you.
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