<p>Hello all,</p>
<p>I'm currently deciding between the Chemical Engineering programs at the University of Virginia (with Rodman Scholar status) and Cornell University.</p>
<p>Cost is not an issue.</p>
<p>The primary factors that I'm considering are:</p>
<p>1) quality of education
2) career potential
3) quality of life (rigor of courses, social scene, etc.)</p>
<p>One additional point: I've been selected as a Meinig Scholar at Cornell, which includes only the top 2% of admits and grants a host of benefits (detailed at Meinig</a> Family Cornell National Scholars). </p>
<p>I appreciate any and all constructive advice U.Va./Cornell alumni, current students, or knowledgeable people may offer. I have to make my decision by Sunday (May 1st).</p>