So I recently got into Cornell MENG CS program. I also got into GaTech joint BS/MS ECE program, so it will take me 1 additional year to finish the MS program. I am not certain yet whether or not I want to pursue PhD in CS. But, currently, im leaning towards PhD. Here is my option in greater details:
GaTech BS/MS ECE Program:
1) GTA rate tuition (much cheaper than at Cornell)
2) Less complexity (no need to move to Ithaca and then might have to move again after 1 year)
3) Already know professors and labs here, so should be able to do research more easily
4) Could save time if I were to pursue PhD at Tech
5) ECE, which means fewer class options (I am more into CS)
6) 1 Year to complete
7) Will getting all degrees from one university look bad?
Cornell MENG CS Program:
0) The name "Cornell" and highly ranked CS program
1) Expensive and may have to move again after 1 year (the program is 1 year and I may have to go somewhere else for PhD)
2) CS Program (more class options)
3) Good to explore new places and people
4) Is getting a CS MENG degree an advantage because I am going to pursue PhD CS after this? I understand that MENG is designed for those who want to jump into industry right away but if i stay at Tech, my degree will be ECE.
5) Say if I do well at Cornell, will that increase my chance getting into Cornell PhD CS program?
Thank you so much :')