[apple007]

I guess I misunderstood part of this scenario ... You're going to quit the current (apparently well-paying) job in order to take the three catch-up classes, etc.? I thought the catch-up part of the equation was going to be done while you were still working the day job, e.g., by taking night and/or weekend classes.

Personally, I'd try to wade into this move as opposed to diving headfirst. In particular, I'd try to bank as much money as possible before quitting my job and heading back to school on a full-time basis. (Either way, good luck.)