<p>I am a High School Senior planning to major in Computer Science. I have recently been accepted to Georgia tech and expect to be accepted to UF come February 14th.</p>
<p>My question here is which school would be better for Computer Science as well as career options after graduation. I know that Georgia Tech has a very good Computer Science program with their 8 "threads of interest" but at the same time it is out-of-state (I am a Florida resident) and I am concerned about the fact that many students complain about the research nature of the school (professors not caring about students, an emphasis on research, etc..). </p>
<p>If I attend UF I would apply for the Honors program and from what I can tell the Computer Science program there is good but obviously not as good as Georgia Tech. What do you guys think?</p>
<p>Have you spoken with your family about how much money they are able AND choose to spend on your college education? That alone may make the decision for you.</p>
<p>If you have run the numbers financially, and parents have told you they will give you enough money to attend Ga Tech, then you can see if Ga Tech is a good fit for you.</p>
<p>Please visit both schools and get a feel for each campus. I have no knowledge of UF. Ga Tech is almost in downtown Atlanta, and an urban campus may or may not appeal to you. The pressure is on academically from the very first semester, with weed out classes often taught by Teaching Assistants at Ga Tech. The reputation of Ga Tech is huge in the job market, at least in the southeast region. Major Corporate Employers are lined up to interview Ga Tech grads.</p>
<p>If you are a more serious student who can handle academically challenging classes and can learn independently, then Ga Tech might be an option. </p>
<p>Are you adventurous? Does the thought of being far away from your family excite you, or possibly intimidate you? Will you know other friends who will attend Ga Tech, or will you be on your own as you arrive on campus? Are you ready to make a new life, have an adventure, and live in a new place for your college years? Do you want to live and work near your family in Florida? If so, going to college in that area might make sense.</p>
<p>There are so many variables. Do your research, take time to visit both campuses. Don’t just take the school tours. Hang out where the college students hang out. Attend classes, but also attend sporting events, music concerts, plays, etc. Look at the college students…do they look like the kind of folks you would want to become friends with? Do you see yourself fitting in?</p>
<p>These are just ramblings to get you started thinking. Best of luck to you!</p>
<p>Thank you! These are some great suggestions. I am a National Merit Semi-Finalist and will most likely receive money from Georgia Tech. In the case that I don’t I also have some big ticket scholarships lined up. </p>
<p>I have visited UF but not Georgia Tech so I will definitely do so. This will also help alleviate concerns about the social life as I have read that some people have a hard time adjusting to the different environment. If anyone could comment on UF’s CSE program that’d be great.</p>