<p>I'd caution the OP about focusing on engineering colleges unless there is a lot of certainty that ME is right. And when someone says "planning to probably major in Mechanical Engineering" the certainty may not be there. I'm talking about someone who's had internships or other experience in the area, knows for SURE its right.</p>
<p>according to an article in an industry paper
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the majority of engineering undergrads drop out or flunk out of the curriculum within the first two years. With a few notable exceptions, U.S. engineering schools typically have attrition rates hovering between one-half and two-thirds.
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So unless you're quite sure you are going to be an ME, if you commit to a college that only offers engineering you're going to have to transfer if you change your mind. And the odds overall are quite good about changing ...</p>