<p>Wow ickglue, your advice is much needed! I really appreciate that response. I still remember your advice about a month ago on CP Slo engineering and you really are an example of how I want to make it in the real world. You’ve hit all my points of concern with great answers and I appreciate it. I will visit UCSD on admit day and then visit CP Slo on open house to get a feel for both. As of now, I am leaning towards UCSD because I might want to enter their bioengineering program or even transfer into IR/poli sci (how opposite can two majors be? haha). Excuse me if I sound like I’m so preoccupied with salary and job placement, but nowadays you can never be too sure. I thought this thread was dead, but thank you for reviving it. I will definitely let you know what I plan to do!</p>