im almost done with my bachelor's in computer science, and everyone (friends, family) expects me to go to grad school, but i dont know if i should. i want to move away from my folks, out of my hometown and finally have a "normal" life...
is going to grad school worth it? and if it is, would it be wise to maybe take a break from school to gain professional experience? hmm and are there any fields that would go well together with a degree in comp sci?
2006-12-22 09:57:38 · 9 answers · asked by goldenheartcity 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
If you have the opportunity to go to grad school, by all means DO IT. You have no idea of the opportunities ahead of you if you do so. If you can do it now, go for it - it will be extremely difficult to accomplish once you are older and have a job and a family.
ETA: Also, in the computer industry, a bachelors only qualifies you to be a grunt, unfortunately. A fantastic masters to pair with your bachelors would be a business degree, an MBA or an MIS (master of information systems). You will go very, very far with one of these.
2006-12-22 10:07:21 · answer #1 · answered by Lotus Blossom 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
A four year college degree is like a bachelors degree 10 years ago. It is always good to get that extra education uder your belt when it comes to monetary gains in the future. The problem lies in the timescale. I went staright out of undergrad into grad school and anticipated graduating with my Masters degree in Chemistry and being set for life. The trick wa sthat I was overqualified for entry level positions and didn't want to work for that sort of money and yet I was not fully qualified for higher level positions. Industry experiance would be a great tool for the future and now would be a great time to get it, when you can afford a lesser pay scale for entry level positions. Some companies will also pay for your higher education or give tuition benefits. Luckily for you, a computer science degree could go with just about anything, given the technological spin of most disciplines these days. Good luck in whatever you decide.
2006-12-22 18:12:42 · answer #2 · answered by cedillpike 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Today's Master's Degree is the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree 15-20 years ago.
Today's Bachelor's Degree is the equivalent of an Associate's Degree 15-20 years ago.
Today's Associate's Degree is worth - well, let's put it this way, the phrase you should practice speaking is "would you like fries with that?"
The higher your degree, the more money you can expect to make and its been my experience that's what most people seem to be in college for any more. Go for the Master's and Good Luck!
2006-12-22 19:40:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a tough decision! I'd talk with your professors and your school's career office about what your career prospects are with a bachelor's versus a master's or PhD. What sorts of jobs can you get, how much can you earn, what are your prospects for advancement, etc.
I'll tell you this much - it's hard to go back to school after several years in the "real world", so if you want to take a few years between your bachelor's and going to grad school, make sure it's just a few years.
Don't worry about what your friends and family think - you know yourself best. I always assumed I would get a PhD (in Astronomy) and so did all my friends and family, but when I was in grad school I realized I wasn't where I wanted to be. It was a tough decision to leave grad school, especially when I thought about what my friends and family would say, but it was the right decision for me. Now I'm back in grad school (for a doctorate in science education) part-time and working full-time. It's tough, and taking forever, but it's the best for me.
Good luck!
2006-12-22 19:36:47 · answer #4 · answered by kris 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'd say that with a computer science degree you should be able to get a job with a BS, though, of course, a graduate degree looks good on a resume'. After getting a couple of years of work under your belt, you might want to go back and get a masters. By that time your focus might be different. For instance you might go for an MBA. Good luck.
2006-12-22 20:05:09 · answer #5 · answered by Ace Librarian 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A B.S. is of little use without a major concentration. To get more then an entry level job, you would want an M.S. There are so many B.S. in computer science I have had to hire a few as data input, just so they can be employed.
Go to graduate school. It can only help.
2006-12-22 18:01:19 · answer #6 · answered by Jimfix 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i say use your bachelors degree to get a job and move away from home.. then go get a masters degree and get it reimbursed by your new employer
2006-12-22 18:01:01 · answer #7 · answered by stinkyhotdogs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will be going to law school in the fall, and i can tell you grad school is so worth it. you will get a high salary right away. go for it!
2006-12-22 18:05:54 · answer #8 · answered by prettylass2007 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
worth the $$ yes.
2006-12-22 18:04:41 · answer #9 · answered by texascomet 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋