<p>@sakky Well, my point was that IF you are a serious engineer who wants to further science, THAT is why you wish to attend a top school. I agree that the majority are not going to end up like this, but I believe if you (and true, only a select few want to truly pursue engineering as their life calling) truly love engineering and science, that is why (if you have the goods) you should consider a top engineering school.</p>