Hey all! So, I've been accepted to both Stanford and Michigan for EE, specializing in robotics for the Michigan program. I haven't received financial aid from either. So, I have several considerations.
It seems like Michigan has a higher-ranked robotics program, but Stanford has that "wow" factor of being Stanford. Do employers in general care more about the school or the ranking?
Also, I'm fairly certain I want to do robotics after I graduate, but I'm definitely not 100% certain. Would Stanford offer a more robust education?
Stanford's is a 2-year program, whereas Michigan is 1 year. So, potentially pay more to go to Stanford, but I think I can get a TA position easier than in Mich. Is this true?
My girlfriend applied for Mich as well, and she'll know by April 1st whether she's in. We're serious, and have been doing long-ish distance (150 miles) for 2 years, and don't want to change to super-long distance. Assuming she gets in, should I choose Mich as well? If she doesn't, I'm leaning towards Stanford, unless you guys can convince me Michigan is better
Thank you so much for your advice and help!