<p>I am currently debating between these two; each has its pros and cons.
Miami offers smaller classes and an honors program which will give me several opportunities for research. Nonetheless, its a little pricey. UF, on the other hand, is relatively cheap, which will leave plenty of money in my parent's pocket to go abroad, travel, and other stuff that can complement my education. Furthermore, if I go to UF I will most likely study Chemical Engineering, but if I go to UM I will study Industrial.
Any comments on this dilemma of mine?</p>
<p>I'm an Industrial Engineering major at UF. In your position, I would choose UF (The costs are ridiculous at UM and the education is not even close to that of UF). The IE department here at UF is alright, the advisors are great, the professors are alright, it is a good department overall. I don't know much about the Chemical Engineering department though, it is demanding in the amount of credits it requires though. Overall, I suggest UF; having money left over after undergrad is a very nice thing... and since your alternative isn't offering anything better than what UF can offer, it's a no-brainer to me. </p>
<p>I'm sorry if this post was incoherent or I wasn't helpful, I'm just rambling.</p>
<p>-Eddie-</p>
<p>EDIT: It's not too difficult to get involved with research here. Most professors are looking for assistants.</p>
<p>I would choose UF</p>
<p>UF's tuition is extremely cheap for the quality of education it offers, and it's a solid public school. </p>
<p>If only UF was located in Miami instead of Gainesville, it would be a much more popular school</p>
<p>Thank you for the comments.
I should add that UM has given me quite a generous aid package.
EPorrell22--is there a lot of competition at UF, do students collaborate with one another or do they see each other as rivals? I ask this because it's what I've heard from many sources.</p>
<p>As a student at Miami (transfering out next year), I would definately choose UF for engineering. And don't worry, I am sure you will have plenty of opportunities for research at UF (quite possibly moreso than the UM honors program). I have a few friends at UF for engineering and they believe they are receiving a great education.</p>
<p>dpinmiami--why are you transfering out?</p>
<p>For a few reasons. First, I just feel the atmosphere here is too relaxed and not focused enough on academics (some people do better academically with this, but I need something more intense and competitive). Second, I have lived in south Florida my whole life and I really need a change. Finally, I was somewhat underimpressed with the business school (and even sat in on many upper level classes to make sure my impressions were viable). I don't really know that much about the engineering program though (and I don't know many people in it) so I can't really comment on its strength. Miami is a great school, though, and I do think it has a lot to offer in many areas (there are endless amounts of opportunities for fun--it is in Miami after all) and the small classes are definately a bonus along with a few very good professors.</p>
<p>Thank you dpinmiami for your reply.</p>