Georgia Tech or Penn State for MechEngg.?

College Search & Selection
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<p>Hello, I'm an international student, with a pretty good shot of getting into both GT and PSU, which are my top priorities.
Now I am really confused as to which one I should opt for, as GT scores slightly higher everywhere in rankings, but I feel people are happier at PSU, if so does this affect the quality of curriculum.
AND the dreaded low GPA system of GT. Is it worth it?
The only criteria I am assured of right now is the cost- PSU is cheaper than GT.
If someone could elucidate the pros and cons with respect to
-Job Placements/Salaries
-Quality/Approachability of Professors
-Dorms and housing
-Safety
-Overall happiness
-Weather
-Campus facilites, gyms, recreation, food etc</p>

<p>I would be grateful. For eternity. I'll even provide you with ammo and Twinkies in case of a zombie outbreak.</p>

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<p>-Job Placements/Salaries</p>

<p>While both have fine job placement for domestic students, both will have limited job placement for int’ls. Many MechE jobs require citizenship. Also, you’d need a different visa to work here. </p>

<p>Others can comment how hard it is for an int’l student on a education visa to get a MechE job and the right visa to gain employment in this country.</p>

<p>If GT’s heavy male ratio bothers you, then PSU would be better. </p>

<p>What is the cost difference? Doesn’t seem like much. </p>

<p>GT’s dorms have a bad rap, but I haven’t seen them in a few years.</p>