Hey guys, I am currently stuck between Tech and Michigan for Computer Engineering. I’m out of state for both so there’s a bit of a difference in cost, but here are the benefits of each, looking for your input.
GEORGIA TECH
pros:
+better computer engineering(#4 vs #6/7(wondering how much of a difference that makes))
+stronger engineering reputation
+cheaper
+easy access to Atlanta
+higher starting salary
+nicer weather
+strong ROI
+other campuses nearby
+extremely innovative
+better coop/internship opportunities
+known for engineering
cons:
-very engineering-focused.
-dorms and food not rated too well
-strong emphasis on greek life
-male-female ratio is concerning
MICHIGAN
pros:
+large sports atmosphere/football culture
+#1 in campus life
+more well-rounded academics(strong in everything)
+stronger alumni network
+Michigan spirit radiates
+ranked #12 innovative
+best public university
+50/50 male-female(not in engineering)
+2nd largest research budget
cons:
-67k OOS tuition
-cold winters
-campus is huge
-not as many opportunities for internships during the year
Not sure where you are getting your facts but just consider them equal. Especially for computer engineering. This is more of a fit question. Both amazing schools with both name brand world wide. If GT is significantly cheaper then just do that. GT is known for more of a grind. Michigan has more leeway to add minors, change majors is relatively easy. Both campuses have different feels to them. Opportunities will be identical.
I attended both schools and @Knowsstuff is right on. One caveat is where you want to work after … both schools are heavily recruited but GT gets more southern employers vs northern for Michigan. GT also has a better internship program in the Atlanta area.
Michigan research opportunities are pretty amazing, however.
The M/F ratio at GT will probably be not much of an issue because there is a pretty active social life with other nearby colleges (Emory, Georgia State, etc.) if you want to go just a little bit off campus. There is even a campus-campus bus to Emory. You also have Atlanta nearby, (which may not be a plus given the current unrest) .
as a rising second year at GT, the M/F ratio is not as bad as you think it is. both are great schools, but i do agree that GT has better internship opportunities. i would make your decision based on cost. the dorms and food here are pretty awful tho