<p>Ive been vitising several colleges over the past few months, and I've narrowed my top 3 choices to G-tech, V-tech and Penn State. I plan to major in Chemical Engineering and I'm no stranger to hard work and dedication, I never take academics lightly. Yet, I'm a person who appreciates his "downtime"; I want to attend a college that allows me to have fun( like socializing, go places and simply relax when I'm feeling stressed.) For the most part, I was set on G-tech for Atlanta, its football team and its academic record. I enjoyed V-tech for the people that go there and the busy campus. And I enjoyed Penn State for its school spirit and good engineering program. I'm also a person who likes to meet with teachers to better understand lessons and material. So I'm curious as to what school would be a good fit for me. </p>
<p>What can you afford? Are you in state for any of them? Keep in mind that these schools give poor financial aid for OOS students. </p>
<p>I can afford them and my academics put me at a decent to high chance of getting in. I’m am out of state for all 3, I’m an NJ resident. Most NJ schools are not good for what I want to major it, Stevens being the only exception( but that is more than I can afford. ) </p>
<p>I’d disagree that Stevens is the only good Chem E school in the state. I think you underestimate Rutgers’ strength in the discipline although I am familiar with the complaints about its campus (hosted an RU professor who complained about just that). </p>
<p>Have you visited all of them? Keep in mind that GTech is in a bit of a college town part of Atlanta, so although it’s close to the most exciting areas, it still feels a bit removed from the city. It’s far less academically balanced than either VT or PSU if intellectual diversity is important to you. Also keep in mind that classes can fill up rather quickly. One of my acquaintances, a ChemE at GT complained about this when I visited her last year. </p>