Purdue University

[ReyMysterioso]

You could get that PUG degree likely within 1 year and that master's combined probably faster than doing a Purdue University degree by itself.

This is a really astute observation.  Keeping one's eyes on the long-term goal.

I would also advise bringing along some work experience. I would suggest this plan might not be the best plan if you're two years or less out of high school. Depending on what field you're working in/what jobs you're trying to get, having a masters with little to no professional work experience could potentially make you overcredentialed, yet under-experienced for many entry-level positions.

Now that is just one person's opinion. I am generalizing very broadly here. One size does not fit all/your mileage may vary.