[Phil 33]

I'm only in my first year here at the University of Michigan. I'll admit, part of my decision to come here was influenced by the prestige of Michigan Engineering. However I quickly learned that in many ways, reputation is overrated.

I agree with what Mort said, visit both, and just see which one you like better. That's what matters most. There's no wrong answer, it's just about what you like the most, or what feels right. Big schools and small schools each have their advantages and disadvantages. Wherever you decide to go, take advantage of whatever's there.

And from what I've heard time and time again from so many different people: your degree will get you your first job. After that, interviewers probably won't even ask you where you went to college, they'll just want to know what you've done.