Is a PhD in computer science worth it financially?

Want to know a not so secret? A PhD in Computer Science is free! Yep. In fact, a PhD in most STEM fields from public and many private universities are not only free, but also come with a stipe…   Top stories for {NAME} [Quora](   [Is a PhD in computer science worth it financially?]( Wes Winn, B.S. Computer Science, University of Washington (2013) • [Answered April 6, 2020]( [Want to know a not so secret? A PhD in Computer Science is free! Yep. In fact, a PhD in most STEM fields from public and many private universities are not only free, but also... Read more » [Upvote] 263 [Comment] 12](   [If you plead not guilty to a speeding ticket, what is your defense in a court of law?]( Tracy Miller • [Answered June 15]( [Years ago I received a speeding ticket on a motorcycle for 155mph, I went to court with a factory tech manual they use at the dealership. I pled not guilty, and showed the ... 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