<p>And how would you like these institutions to be ranked? Based on which factors? Courses? Guest speakers? </p>
<p>I’d look at each institution’s computer science program and see what courses you find the most interesting when taking courses within your major; what you think stands out the most when comparing each program; how beneficial the location of the institution could be for you in the future; how much you’d have to pay more or less for each institution, and conclusively, how happy you’d be at each institution. Even if I was accepted to Cornell, I wouldn’t go there because it’s in the middle of nowhere. Plus, I’d be a lot more homesick living there than in a large city with a lot more opportunities in the future, or even during my years as an undergrad (internships, etc.). Besides, engineering and computer science are conceptual areas, meaning that a Calculus course at MIT, for instance, is not very different from [Fill in the city] Community College. If you believe otherwise, then stop reading. Also, depending on your future goals, an institution may be beneficial in the long-run, per say, for a Ph.D. program, and a lot more I can’t think of right now.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>