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Is it worth taking a formal education?

My question is pretty straightforward... Is it worth taking a formal education in philosophy?

I have done my bachelor's in computer engineering but was very much interested in philosophy from very young. My family don't approve of any field other than science as worthy pursuing. But now i earn my own my money so I don't have to play by their rules.

Is it worth taking a formal education in philosophy from some University? I'm talking about part time studies or just keep exploring everything by my own?
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i’m majoring in philosophy right now. i think it depends on the person, but if you are interested in philosophy, studying it in an academic setting is great. a lot of times, when you study on your own, it’s easy to misunderstand what philosophers are saying, or to misread a text. having a professor guide you along, and having fellow students to discuss with, really helps. also, going to school exposes you to so much more philosophy than you would find on your own, both through classes and through interactions with peers. so i would definitely recommend it, given that you can afford it and given that you have a passion for it.