I am currently a graduate student in chemistry, and I came straight in after undergrad. If I had the choice of going to work versus going straight to school again, I would go straight again. The only reason being that I'm in a PhD program which takes five straight years (whether you have a Master's Degree or not). Another reason I did this is the fact that my department pays for everything. I pay nothing. All I am required to do is pass my classes, do my research, and successfully prepare and defend a thesis.
In your case, I'd advise you to work and go to school (if you can handle it). This way you can get your company to pay for it and also pay you.
As for working and then going back to school (which I know a lot of people do), I'd caution you to be very careful with that one. If you choose this route, make sure you keep your eye on going back to school and try not to accrue any big debts or anything that will be a drain on your resources for you'll need all of your cash when you get back into the fold.
Okay, I'm rambling. The point is do what you think you are best suited for. There are pros and cons for either decision you make.
Good luck
[This message has been edited by Six_Three_Sigma (edited June 12, 2001).]
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