I got a MS in Comp Eng from Columbia awhile ago. Some good reasons to get one, tuned to your background: * Because you are self taught, getting one gives you m

I got a MS in Comp Eng from Columbia awhile ago. Some good reasons to get one, tuned to your background: * Because you are self taught, getting one gives you more credibility and increases your chances of working at a traditional, large company (FAANG and the like). * You'll build a durable network. My experience was rigorous as hell and through that, I got to be close with my classmates. Though we're not in constant contact anymore, ringing them up for a job referral is pretty much a guaranteed favor. * If you want to specialize in a particular topic (eg compilers, networks, etc), it's worth it. Chances are you'll get to do some dedicated research and it can be really intellectually fulfilling. * There will be holes in your knowledge that you'll fill. They won't be critical to your software career, but it'll give you an edge. BTW, if you decide to pursue one and you're in a position to do it fulltime, definitely do that. Way more of a rewarding experience vs doing it PT.