Grad School for Computer Engineering (California based)

College Search & Selection
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<p>Hey guys, new here so i'm not familiar with how you structure your method of "which grad school is best for you", so bare with me. </p>

<p>I'm a computer engineering undergrad at San Diego State University right now, and i'm planning on pursuing grad school. I haven't been exposed to the graduate world, so you can assume that I have no knowledge of graduate school. I've done a little bit of research on whether or not I should take on school vs. immediate job offers, or even both if that is even possible (which is just something to think about, not really sure if i would put both things into practice at the same time). </p>

<p>My real question is: which college is "good" for grad school computer engineering around in California. Now, in my meaning of "good", i'm thinking on the lines of which kind of schools have
-affordable tuition pricing (and i am aware grad school is pricey) and living prices/conditions
-good recommendations/reputation
-any kind of programs they offer
-which i can get the most out of learning there(this is a maybe)
-(other stuff you may want me to consider)</p>

<p>i'm at a near 3.0 gpa right now :( but i'm working like a dog to bring it up. After this summer i should be into my upper division, so i'm hoping i have the time to kick my gpa to the other side.</p>

<p>Going to let this thread set sail before I start answering more questions, which I think many of you guys and gals may have. </p>

<p>!</p>

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<p>suggestions anyone?</p>

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<p>Work on raising your GPA. It also depends on GRE scores and recommendations as well.</p>

<p>Any of the UCs and USC will have good grad programs in computer engineering. Also, check out the CSUs, like San Jose State and Cal Poly Pomona for masters degree programs.</p>

<p>You'll likely be looking at a masters degree program vs. a PhD. A PhD is not really necessary, unless you want to get heavily involved in research or teach at a university.</p>

<p>Another suggestion I have is to work for a couple years, test your interests, and then go back for a masters degree. Your employer may help with tuition costs if you go part-time while you're working.</p>

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<p>Stanford is excellent for computer engineering too.</p>

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<p>^^ what? He got about 3.0 from SDSU, I'm almost certain he won't make it. OP, look at UCR, you might get in if you show enough interests. Other than that, even if your GRE is 1500, you won't make it.</p>

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<p>^^ I hadn't looked at his GPA--just his criteria.</p>