I think living with your family is OK while you are going to school and when a person is making lower wages so they can save for their future. Your family probably enjoys your company very much. Maybe avoid telling new people, if possible, until you know and trust them. Going to school is expensive, I would think that most people would see this a perfectly legitimate reason to still be at home. Because of the economy, Western standards are slowly changing, I have a 22 year old son and a 23 year old daughter still living at home. I don't think it is wise for them to move out until they have a high enough annual income to support themselves. I have always thought that, whenever possible, a person should save a portion of their income and sometimes this is only possible when you live with relatives. Please don't feel embarrassed. The fact that you are pursuing a Master's degree and have two jobs is something you can be proud of!