Northeastern vs BU vs RPI

GregoryPanic
Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:28:54 +0000

Because of NEU’s location, it’s incredibly difficult to find a better Co-op program. Comparable programs are out there, RIT being one for example, but they’re smaller schools who dedicate alot of resources to the system. You have to remember though, the Co-Op system is only as good as you make it. You hear about people getting placed at the company they did a co-op making 6-figures, and all that jazz, but that’s someone who really worked at standing out. Job placement from Co-Ops is high, but you still have ot earn it.

That said, NEU is really expensive. And i cannot stress this enough: MANY COMPANIES WILL PAY TUITION COSTS FOR A GRADUATE DEGREE. It’s in your best interest to get a quality degree, get awesome experience from Co-Op, and get into the workforce WITH AS LITTLE DEBT AS POSSIBLE.

Do not pay for your graduate degree if it’s simply a way of delaying your entry into the workforce. It isn’t worth it.