<p>Hello I am trying to decide between UCSD, USC, and Vandy for computer engineering and am not too sure if either schools have a clear advantage over the other. For me what is most important is that it is a well respected school among other major software companies. I am originally from silicon valley, california so USC and UCSD would serve better in terms of closeness to home, and UCSD wins out in cost but money is not an issue. For me other than being a school held in high regard by recruiters I am also wondering which is in general able to prepare me better in my major.</p>