UCSB Engineering: Quality & Ranking | Undergrad Program

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Start date Mar 19, 2011
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The discussion centers on the quality of the undergraduate engineering program at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). Participants express curiosity about whether UCSB is a reputable institution or primarily known for its social scene. The chemical engineering program at UCSB is highlighted as being highly ranked, around eighth in the nation, which suggests a strong academic reputation. Comparisons are made with other institutions, specifically Binghamton University and CUNY Honors, indicating that the decision involves weighing academic quality against social environment. Overall, UCSB is recognized for its strong engineering program, but concerns about its party culture persist.

Mar 19, 2011

curiousk

Anyone have any knowledge of the quality of the undergraduate engineering program at University of California Santa Barbara? Is this a good school or a "party" lower tier school?

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Mar 20, 2011

renob

Their chemical engineering program is ranked like #8 or something in the country.

Mar 20, 2011

curiousk

Thanks for responding. Deciding between Binghamton, UCSB and Cuny Honors.

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