Is a degree in MechE with PetE concentration as good as a PetE degree?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Southern California
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<p>Hi, I'm a prospective (international) undergrad a have developed an interest in working as a petroleum engineer (exploration and extraction), and wanted some info about USCs Mechanical Engg (PetE concentration) major.</p>

<p>I was wondering how this program compares to PetE at Texas A&M and Colorado School of Mines in terms of academics, job opportunities and placements. Importantly, is it significant that this is a MechE major, and not actually PetE, and will this mean I won't be entitled to the best jobs?</p>

<p>Also, how do all of them compare to Stanford's Energy Resource Engineering in terms of the same criteria?</p>

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<p>Don’t bother comparing the two. They are worlds apart. Choose Texas and you’re set for life if you are desiring to work in that industry.</p>

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<p>Aren’t Texan public universities very restricted in international admissions?</p>