<p>Hello. I'm an international currently attending a small LAC (top 20)
I like here, learning mathematics and physics as much as I want, and having professors who are always ready to answer my questions.
However, no engineering courses are offered here, and I really wish to study more of engineering than just physical sciences.
Should I get a degree here and study engineering as my master (That's what my friend told me) or should I transfer to other schools?</p>
<p>I'm also thinking about 3-2 combined plan, but it takes an extra year to graduate. Please guide this lost lamb to right way .</p>
<p>I would consider these questions:</p>
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<li>Do you like the school(s) which are on your 3/2 plan?</li>
<li>How certain is the arrangement - guaranteed, guaranteed with a certain GPA or what?</li>
<li>How do you think you would feel leaving your current campus just when you are about to enter senior year? Some students are reported not to like that when the moment actually comes. Some, I'm sure, do fine with it.</li>
<li>Do you require financial aid? It is harder to come by for transfers.</li>
<li>I would look at a few schools you might consider for graduate school. Check whether you will have the course preparation needed for graduate admissions. You probably will, but a lot of people who go for MS in Engineering fields already have BS in Engineering.</li>
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<p>Any of your options are fine - the 3/2, the LAC degree then grad school, or the transfer. It's really which one works best for your wants and needs.</p>
<p>Thank you Andale
You cleared my mind. </p>
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<li>There are caltech, UW and columbia on the list and I personally think all of them are fantastic schools.</li>
<li>With exception of caltech, admission will be guaranteed if one gets 3.0 or higher and take the required courses.</li>
<li>I like to be here, but it won't be a big problem for me as I easily adept into new environment.</li>
<li>Yes and since I'm an international, I worry that my chance of getting aid will be extremely low.</li>
<li>Yeap, I will start research on that.</li>
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<p>I'm more inclined to 3-2 combined plan as I'm a sophomore now.</p>
<p>I don't know for sure, but I think you may be correct about #4. So the 3/2 might be the way to go - might cost less out of your pocket in the end than a transfer with little or no financial aid. But do research this; perhaps the schools you would transfer to will give aid.</p>
<p>Good luck and let us know how it works out.</p>