Two situations were it might make sense: 1) Person with non-programming stem degree who really learns a lot from what you describe. Basically a fancy 2nd bachel

Two situations were it might make sense: 1) Person with non-programming stem degree who really learns a lot from what you describe. Basically a fancy 2nd bachelors. 2) Connections with jobs/employers. A good programmer from a 'no-name school' may struggle to find a good first job. Two years at Stanford's CS program and suddenly they'll have tons of offers. Not saying the 2nd case is 'fair' or 'good' - but it's super useful to the individual who goes in knowing what they're doing.