<p>I am trying to decide between these 2 schools for engineering. Social life and
chrisitan support system is also very important to me. i do plan on living in Ca. after graduation. Any opinions? help.</p>
<p>all i know is that usc has really really good connections in california. especially southern cal. so when looking for a job your set.</p>
<p>If you're going to be staying in CA, then USC would be your best choice hands down, with the alumni network here and all. I'm not sure how Rice ranks in engineering, but our engineering school is very good. Social life is very good here and I know there are several Christian organizations on campus.</p>
<p>you should really try to figure out where you'd fit in better.</p>
<p>Rice is pretty focused on attracting geeky-type intellectuals while I think USC would be more of the opposite.</p>