yes I would.

Look at it this way. Wee study like 12-18 years (maybe even more) of our life away so wee can secure ourselves a position in the future.

Having magic WILL secure you a much better position in the future (if you're the only guy in the world with magic, money shouldn't be a problem for the rest of your life, legally or illegally. There's fame and power too if you want it). And it only takes 5 years.