<p>Most employers value most similar degrees the same, with some getting a boost for various reasons such as regional reputation, alumni connection, company history with a school, etc. Even Ivy League degrees are treated as just another degree at many/most employers, and they certainly aren’t more valued than a state flagship degree across most of the country. Often times, it’s who’s available at the lowest cost that really makes a difference, which acceptable candidate can we get for the lowest total price the fastest. </p>
<p>A particular school might get you a second look if the hiring manager is also from that school, and that’s more likely to occur the closer you are to that school, but don’t think for one minute that a Purdue grade in Podunk, Indiana is sitting there pining away for applicants from MIT. They want a qualified candidate within their budget who can solve their problems yesterday, and if they are from Purdue, Ohio State, or Wisconsin, they don’t particularly care.</p>