Current EE Student looking for Nanotech grad program suggestions

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The discussion centers on a current Electrical Engineering (EE) student at the Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) seeking advice on pursuing graduate studies in Nanotechnology, particularly focused on energy and medical applications. The student is considering transferring to a more prestigious university, specifically the University of Washington (UW), for their graduate program. Key concerns include the reputation of OIT for graduate admissions and recommendations for top nanotechnology programs. The student also seeks effective methods for comparing school rankings.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Electrical Engineering fundamentals
  • Familiarity with Nanotechnology applications in energy and medicine
  • Knowledge of graduate school admission processes
  • Research skills for evaluating university rankings and programs
NEXT STEPS
  • Research top-ranked Nanotechnology graduate programs, focusing on schools like Stanford and MIT
  • Explore resources like the QS World University Rankings for comparative analysis of engineering programs
  • Investigate the University of Washington's specific Nanotechnology offerings and faculty
  • Connect with current students or alumni from OIT and UW to gain insights on program quality and opportunities
USEFUL FOR

Current Electrical Engineering students, prospective graduate students in Nanotechnology, and individuals seeking to evaluate and compare engineering programs for advanced studies.

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Hello, everyone. I am currently in an EE program with an expected graduation date of June 2012, and I am getting a better idea of what I want to be doing later down the road. I have decided that I want to pursue graduate studies with Nanotechnology. I am mostly interested with nanotech applications to energy and medical purposes, but the whole field is incredibly interesting to me, and I think it has a bright future.

As of right now, I am studying at the Oregon Institute of Technology. From what I have heard, it is a well ranked Engineering program that has close relationships with Techtronix and Intel. My current plan is to complete my 4 year degree there and then go to another school for a graduate program because OIT does not offer one.

Which brings me to yet another question. How do I verify that the school I am attending right now is a good enough school to make it into graduate programs at other "bigger" universities? I am specifically interested in the University of Washington.

So sum up my questions:

1. Is it a good idea for me to continue at Oregon Institute of Technology? Or am I shooting myself in the foot?

2. What schools are recommended for nanotechnology graduate programs?

3. What is a good method for comparing different schools? Is there a specific website that is good for comparing school rankings and which is good for what?

Thank you very much :)
 
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I am also most interested in graduate studies at UW at the moment. Any advice as to whether I am on a good track right now?
 

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