The benefit to me for my MS in comp sci was the networking. Whether you like the concept or not a lot of smart people end up going to these programs and I know

The benefit to me for my MS in comp sci was the networking. Whether you like the concept or not a lot of smart people end up going to these programs and I know people working at FAANG as a direct result. I also got exposed to concepts that no one talked about in undergrad, and it’s nice to have a theoretical focus instead of the practicalities that take over when you start working. Work experience has been valuable in a different way, and lost income is a big concern. Personally I opted for a 15 month, 4 quarter program to minimize the debt and start earning as soon as possible.