MS Degree Question

[student2]

Is it too late to start MS (part time) in computer science program at the age of 44? I have a full time computer programmer job now.

Edited July 25, 2012 by student2

[victor.s.andrei]

Is it too late to start MS (part time) in computer science program at the age of 44? I have a full time computer programmer job now.

No.

[Amogh]

Short version: Nope.

Long version: As long as you don't mind sitting in a class with people 20 years younger, no. The flip-side is that you bring experience to the table, something none of us have, so you will soon see yourself treated as a sort of a guru on all things 'work'. . I think you should go for it if you want to but is there a really strong motivation behind this sudden decision? An MS mostly doesn't add much to your profile given (i'm assuming) you've got at least 10+ years of experience as a programmer? Most Master's degrees are academic not industry oriented so you'll find that things that you may not have used in your work for the last couple of years are suddenly the focus of study and it may or may not exactly be beneficial to you. That said if you are interested in moving to advanced development jobs, an MS may be the way to go. Think your options through and if you think it will be rewarding go for it. Age is not a determining factor at all.