Hi I was accepted to both UCSC for robotics and CSU Chico for mechatronics. Does anyone know which one is better? I am currently leaning towrads UCSC as its closer to Silicon Valley and easier to get an internship/job. Since robotics is a new course (2011) does anyone know how it’s viewed in the professional field?
UCSC is FAR superior. Hands down.
Congrats! they are both good programs.
you should visit both schools then follow your heart.
I wouldn’t use the closeness to Silicon Valley as a determining factor, though it does help a little. If closeness was really important, everyone would be attending Santa Clara or San Jose State. I agree with the post above, you should definitely visit both schools. UCSC for example has a outdoorsy feel that is different than all the other UCs, which you’ll have to determine if it’s to your liking.