O.K so heres a thought on what I have encountered in the design world for myself.

I have a BFA in Illustration. I have worked in the industry for six years as an illustrator and prop manufacture. With plenty of experience and success,... I reached a certain level,..but when it comes to reaching to the highest,..or the promotion you want. You seem to get overlooked and the job almost always goes to those with a higher education. (aka master degree). So I have decided to go back to school. AAU was my choice and it’s been working out well for me so far.