Milwaukee School of Engineering vs New Mexico Tech

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The discussion centers around the comparison between Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) and New Mexico Tech (NMT) for prospective students interested in electrical engineering and related fields. Participants share their insights on the schools' locations, campus life, academic offerings, and financial considerations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a preference for New Mexico Tech due to its favorable weather, proximity to home, and specific programs like mining engineering, despite its small-town location.
  • Another participant highlights the benefits of New Mexico Tech's outdoor activities and strong undergraduate research opportunities, although they acknowledge the school's remote location.
  • Questions arise about the social life in Socorro, with some participants suggesting that the school compensates for the town's size with numerous campus activities and organizations.
  • A participant from Wisconsin describes MSOE as a respected institution in a vibrant city, noting recent developments like a new soccer stadium.
  • Concerns about financial aid and scholarships are raised, with participants discussing the potential for full tuition coverage based on academic performance and financial need.
  • There are mentions of specific academic programs at New Mexico Tech, such as astrophysics and geophysics, which some participants find appealing.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of opinions about both schools, with some favoring New Mexico Tech for its environment and programs, while others highlight the advantages of MSOE's urban setting. The discussion remains unresolved regarding which school is ultimately better suited for the original poster's needs.

Contextual Notes

Participants' views are based on personal experiences and perceptions, which may not encompass the full range of academic offerings or campus life at either institution. Financial aid discussions are contingent on individual circumstances and may vary widely.

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I am a senior in high school and I am torn between these two schools. I have been accepted to 8 schools, but these are the 2 that I would like to attend. I would like to major in electrical engineering and possibly minor in mineral engineering. I am from Arizona, so New Mexico Tech would be a lot closer to me. On the other hand, it is located in a small town, rather than a big city like MSOE is. Also, the weather in New Mexico is a lot nicer than it is in Wisconsin.

Basically, here are the pros and cons of each school:

New Mexico Tech:

Pros: Nicer Weather, Closer to Home, Has Mining Engineering

Cons: Size of the Town

MSOE:

Pros: Big City, More Organizations

Cons: Cold Weather, Farther Away from Home

Assuming the price is the same, where would you guys pick to go and why? If anyone has attended either of these schools let me know how you liked it.

Thanks!
 
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New Mexico Tech is an amazing school! Yes the school is located in the middle of nowhere but I like that part of the school. Not as many activities to distract you, and if you like the outdoors this school is absolutely amazing for this. A large and accepting rock climbing club, and so many other activities. As for the education you will receive, I believe it will be absolutely funominal, they have tons of labs and research going on, especially for an undergraduate. I can not comment about the other school, but I do know this, NMT is absolutely dirt cheap
 
Is the town of Socorro boring, or is there always something to do even though it's a small town. Also, are there a lot of different organizations on campus to keep you busy?
 
From what I know, the town Socorro is not all that exciting, but yes, the school makes up for it with PLENTY of activities and organizations on campus and off.
 
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New Mexico Tech seems like an awesome school, thanks for posting this! I'm thinking of applying!
 
I live in WI. Milwaukee is a nice city. MSOE campus is downtown. They just recently built a new soccer stadium. MSOE is well known and respected in the region.
 
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New Mexico Tech seems like an awesome school, thanks for posting this! I'm thinking of applying!

Do it, NextElement! I have seen the campus and it is absolutely beautiful. It is right next to the mountains so the view is incredible. The application fee is only $15, too. I was even invited to apply for free!
 
How are their scholarships? I'm out of state so I'd need some cash, 3.83 GPA/29 ACT
 
Are you going to be a transfer student of High school student? With those stats, I wouldn't be surprised if you got full tuition coverage. Probably more.
 
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High school student! Wow, full tuition?! That's crazy... I'll definitely apply now!
 
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This university is one of the most generous I have ever heard of. If you qualify under financial need as well (not only grades but that your parents don't make much money) you will get even more from the government and the school. I go to a community college in California and actually make 6k a year and have full tuition just because I my Parents are poor...now I live pretty comfortable. Next year I will get around 10k a year...no joke, it is crazy. If you got anything though it would have to apply to a dorm room.
 
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Also, I am not sure what major you are interested in, but their Astrophysics, geophysics and atmospheric physics programs are absolutely amazing.
 

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