PSU vs UMD

<p>I was accepted into Penn State and U Maryland. I live in Massachusetts but and made the 8 hour drive down to visit both of them. However, I had a change of heart from my previously intended major and thinking about going undeclared with a vision of either business or engineering.</p>

<p>From what I have read and seen in the rankings (yes, I know there's only so much truth to them) PSU and UMD have respectable engineering programs, but since I did not learn enough about the programs when I visited, I was hoping I could get some insight.</p>

<p>What do you know about their programs? Do they have any specialities? Any information you can give me would be great; internships, difficulty, prestige, graduate success, social life associated with students in major...anything!</p>

<p>Both would offer a great opportunity in either business and engineering. I would say for you to pick the school you feel the most comfortable at (assuming money isnt an issue I suppose.)</p>

<p>Also, as a CS major at Penn State I have had no problem getting offers for internships from anywhere, I know Microsoft among lots of others recruit from here. Like I said above, it more likely depends on which school you liked more…since you probably have a better chance at a high GPA at the school you’re more comfortable at.</p>

<p>ka bump bump</p>

<p>yeah they are about the same for undergrad and out of state for you. So whichever you prefer or whichever is cheaper. </p>

<p>For grad school in engineering / business, Maryland is slightly better though.</p>

<p>MD for engineering and you get ACC sports :)</p>