Alternate major (structural engineering) for UCSD, primary for UCI

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<p>So I got into my alternate major (structural engineering) for UCSD, but I really wanted to do aerospace engineering. Its my dream to work on spacecraft.
Let's say I get into aerospace engineering in UCI, which school should I transfer to? </p>

<p>I know there is an aerospace specialization that I can do for structural engineering, but I don't know enough about the field enough to know if that is something that I will enjoy. All I know is that I read in the news about aerospace engineering, and I look over the available courses, and I come away feeling excited about my future. Seeing students work on lunar landers and helicopters makes me really want to do it. </p>

<p>UCI has the option to double major in aerospace engineering and mechanical engineering, and from what I've heard it requires only like 2 extra classes. UCSD doesn't accept double majors within the engineering department. </p>

<p>UCSD is ranked 22nd in aerospace engineering while UCI is ranked 27th. UCSD is ranked 17th in civil engineering while UCI is 31st. UCSD's engineering school is ranked 9th while UCI is 35th. </p>

<p>Opinions?</p>

<p>Also, if anybody has experience with structural engineering, specifically with an aerospace emphasis, please explain what it entails.</p>

<p>Thanks</p>

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<p>I did my undergrad at UCSD with a focus in aerospace structures. Most of the aerospace focus students go into composite design and analysis, though I know a couple of people that went on to master’s programs in aerospace engineering here and UCLA.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the reply! I would like to get an opinion about the UCI vs UCSD thing though plz</p>

<p>bump!</p>

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<p>Have you hear whether or not you are admitted to UCI? You might want to wait until then to make up your mind. In the meantime, don’t get all hung up on the rankings, the differences between the schools are negligible. Focus instead on what you want to study, and what kind of career you want to pursue.</p>

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<p>Yeah I just found out today, I’ve been accepted to UCI as an aerospace engineering major.</p>

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<p>Congratulations! :)</p>

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<p>Good news! I followed my gut and went with UCSD, and they’ve now changed me into the Aerospace Engineering major!!! :D</p>