1. It's an Ideal Environment for Learning

You probably noticed that not all undergrad students were so keen on the learning part of the college experience. But in grad school, everyone is serious about being there for a reason: to study and to learn. Soak that up and you'll find it a productive environment.

2. Live in a New City for New Opportunities

By branching out to a new city, you'll find chances to network and land internships and other opportunities that you won't find if you stay where you're at.

3. Build Up Your Resume and Credentials

It looks impressive to have gone to graduate school and it can give you a leg up to the competition you'll face in the real world.

4. Meet New People

The networking opportunities alone truly make grad school worth it, whether it be professors or fellow students.

5. Buy Yourself Time

Yes, you're spending money, but you're also giving yourself time to contemplate what you want to do next in your life. Whether it's uncertainty after undergrad or you're ready to chart a new direction years later, grad school is valuable time to figure out that next step.

6. Put Yourself Out of Your Comfort Zone

And this may be the best reason of all. It'll be challenging but that's the point - challenge yourself and you'll be much better off for it.