<p>After visiting both, I prefer UCSB, but I'm concerned over whether UCSD's slightly higher ranking and prestige could result in a tangible benefit. I'm not sure whether I will be looking for employment after earning a BS or attending grad school for my MS. In each of these cases, does UCSD offer a significant advantage over UCSB?</p>
<p>UCSD will not look better to grad school adcoms than UCSB.</p>