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02/23/2012 01:35 PM
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Chucktown
Charles Talbert



Hi all I had a quick question I was hoping someone could help with:

I am currently enrolled in a ABET accredited non ranked BSIE program for a 2nd bachelors (1st was in psychology). My school has expressed that since I have a psych degree I can go into the Human Factors MSIE program. And once in, if I want, I can change my focus (say to OR).

Also,

I was recently accepted into a top 10 BSIE Program.

I will have 2 years left either way and I was wondering which is the better option for a solid foundation and future. What will look best to an employer? Is it better to have a non ranked MS , or to have the top 10 BS?

Any opinion would be great!

Also, is switching once in the MS normal, or something like a loophole?

Thanks for any help!


Edited: 02/23/2012 at 01:35 PM by Lean Moderator
02/27/2012 08:27 PM
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Cormac
Cormac Acevedo



Let me get this straight. You can spend two more years to get a BSIE, or, spend the same amount of time to get a MSIE. Seems like a no brainer to me, unless the MSIE program is so specific, it precludes you from getting into a job you are interested in. It seems unlikely though.

As for the "top ten" school, you schould know that studies show that more expensive schools do not equate with a better education. Your success depends more on your own drive than where you went to school.

The only thing I would add is that certain companies actively recruit from some schools. I would at least do some research into this, if you have several options before you.

Good Luck!
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