<p>I got accepted to the electrical engineering program at both colleges. Obviously UIUC is better but I live in Maryland so i would get instate tuition to college park. Is it worth goint to UIUC if I plan on going to graduate school?</p>
<p>If I were in your shoes, I would attend UMCP. Although UIUC is better overall in engineering majors, UMCP is not looked down upon. In fact, engineering majors are generally strong in state universities as they receive research funds from the government. As you already mentioned, the tuition fee is definitely a concern so I would give a vote for UMCP.</p>
<p>Thanks RealM</p>
<p>If graduate school is in your plans, then it would be smart to attend UMCP, for financial reasons.</p>