Clemson or Virginia Tech for Engineering

<p>Hi I am having a hard time deciding between Clemson or VT for engineering (mechanical). I have read other threads and most say VT but VT is out of state for me which is 20 grand more. My question is is it smart to do first two years in Clemson and then transfer to VT or should you do all four years in a college? Also, is there a big difference in their engineering program? I know VT is better known and my teachers tell me that if I get a degree from there I am granted a job almost anywhere but is that actually true? Is Clemson not that good of an engineering school compared to VT? Thanks for all the help in advance!</p>