FIRST Class of 2014, Where are we going?

[MetalJacket]

Originally Posted by MrTechCenter

I applied to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Sacramento State University, San Jose State University, and UC Merced. All for Computer Engineering. I know for sure that I'm going to apply to Embry-Riddle as well.

I'm strongly considering applying about WPI, I'm just not sure yet. Any insight from anybody that knows a lot about it and/or has been able to visit the campus?

The thing that is most appealing to WPI (at least for me) is the fact that they have an actual Robotics Engineering major. Aside from that, they are on a quarter system (don't know if that matters to you or not), and they have a very project-oriented curriculum. Although, coming from CA, I hope you can get used to the cold if you decide to apply .

[ehfeinberg]

My schools;

Cornell, Northwestern, University of Michigan, University of Illinois, University of Wisconsin, University of Maryland College Park, Rose-Hulman, and WPI.

All big, cold, Northeast/Midwest colleges. Bring on that snow.

[DampRobot]

Deferred at MIT.

Applying regular to Stanford, Princeton, Cal, UCSB, Cal Poly SLO, Boulder, Olin.

I think schools have grown tired of seeing FIRST on a extracurricular list. It seems, for better or worse, to look very pedestrian and not very impressive on college apps.

[seg9585]

Not a HS student anymore but I am amazed at the number of folks applying to WPI. A bit curious if FRC's control system affiliation with them has any bearing on that decision?

As an RPI alumnus, surprised not to see as much enthusiasm for my alma mater. Both are good schools. WPI was sort of RPI's dark twin sibling across the state border whom we didn't interact with much. Ultimately, all that matters is what gives you the best opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills outside the classroom (ie internships!!!)

[joelg236]

Applying to U of T, Waterloo and U of C. Haven't decided if any US schools are worth it.

[cpeister]

Originally Posted by joelg236

Applying to U of T, Waterloo and U of C. Haven't decided if any US schools are worth it.

Glad to see Waterloo on your list. The co-op program is fantastic. I'm finishing 2B Mech (last exam is today!).

[ErvinI]

Originally Posted by joelg236

Applying to U of T, Waterloo and U of C. Haven't decided if any US schools are worth it.

Which options are you looking into for U of T? "Core 8" engineering look pretty similar to each other, however Engineering Science is a beast of its own.

[Ben Martin]

If anyone has any questions about Purdue University and its FIRST Program, feel free to shoot me a PM. I had four great years there, working with a lot of great people.

[Justin2648]

Applied:
WPI
University of Maine
WIT

Haven't heard back from anyone yet. WPI decision is in 3 days though!

[MetalJacket]

Originally Posted by Justin2648

Haven't heard back from anyone yet. WPI decision is in 3 days though!

Double check your admission tracker, several people I know (myself included) have already received their decisions.

[jar24]

I have yet to see Ferris State University show up, if anyone has questions about Ferris I can be of some help, and if you want to stay with helping robotics teams, I helped found a FTC and FRC team this year in big Rapids, and we will gladly take more mentors

[geomapguy]

Hoping for the best!

Accepted:
Univ. of Alabama (Full Ride)
Louisiana State Univ. (Full Ride)
Centenary College of Louisiana (Interviewed)

Deferred:
Princeton (Interviewed)

Applied:
UNC Chapel Hill

Applying:
MIT (Interviewed)
Univ. of Virginia
Trinity Univ.
Colorado School of Mines
Davidson College
Univ. of Oklahoma

[AJCaliciuri]

Applying to Electrical/Communications Engineering at:

University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Carleton University
York University
Western University

[mickywelther]

Applied to Tufts, UC Davis, UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, UC Santa Cruz, Cal Poly SLO, San Diego State, Purdue, and Humboldt as my super backup.

[Kidney]

Applied and accepted to Missouri S&T, Saint Louis University, and Purdue. I'm pretty set on S&T though.