//AMG

I am in the same situation like you, but was admitted for Structural (Civil) Engineering MS. After you accept the offer from Berkeley and get officially registered you'll be able to apply for TA and RA positions. However, I've heard that those are limited and you are more likely to get hired if you are planning on going for PhD. If I were you, I'd still go to Berkeley. Sooner or later you're gonna make the money to pay the loans off but the degree is something that you'll keep for the rest of your life. Switching fields is sometimes beneficial but in your case I wouldn't do it.

Could you post your stats? I cannot be objective about your question.

I was admitted to another MS program but as well did not receive an offer about funding nor the admission package by mail.

Has ANYONE got into MIT for structural? It seems that they are rejecting everyone. I got into Berkeley and U of I but was rejected by MIT just like everyone else on the forum. Are their programs only for MIT alumni? One of my professors said that the fact I got into one school doesn't mean I should be accepted at another, because they may be looking for different applicants. One of my classmates got into Berkeley and was rejected by U of I.

I can't believe no one else has an opinion about this. I am not looking for something super specific. Just share your thoughts.

The title says it all. Just looking for some input from you guys. These days I will talk to some professors that are alumni of both schools. I do have some idea, but would like to hear how other people perceive those two schools and programs. Thank you!