The GEs require some math and science, but that isn’t the same as engineering.
Are you interested in engineering because you think you might like to work as an actual, practicing engineer?
Or do you see yourself being something like a technical project manager?
Or do you think you want to work on the business side, but at an engineering company?
These are all different directions.
If you aren’t sure, that’s ok too… but if you want to leave the door open to working in engineering, or working as something like a technical project manager, you’ll want to have substantial engineering content in your degree.
The student really needs to focus on what they want. It sounds like Purdue - honestly.
But at UCSD, they’re not in engineering - and Intl Studies is a whole different arena (in addition to business) and will need language proficiency (which depending on their native language may not be an issue).
At UW, they are in engineering - so the school names (all great) shouldn’t be relevant - but the academics are so different and like in the case of UCSD may be possible (in engineering) - but to your point - likely aren’t - and the OP needs to look deeper.
Purdue is cheaper and the IBE has both laid out - so if cold is ok and being an a nice town a few hours from Chicago and an hour from Indy works - it takes much of the academic question mark out of the equation.
Even what they write - sounds like OP:
Learn to bring an engineering mindset to your career in business. Our Integrated Business and Engineering (IBE) program bridges the gap between business and engineering, preparing graduates to make business decisions grounded in technology, engineering and math.
no, they are not known for Rady. UCSD is a strong STEM school. Only two UC’s have ‘known’ undergrad b-schools: Cal and Riverside, and only Cal-Haas has a national rep.
The rest of the CC posters have given you good advice and information regarding UCSD and your other options. As stated UCSD is known more for their STEM majors and based on what your interests are, International Business at UCSD does not appear to be the program you are looking for to pursue. I also agree that the Purdue’s IBE program seems like the best fit.
When I opened your link, I couldn’t help but see - it was right there - the help wanted sign.
Not sure that will impact the quality of education and perhaps it’s a similar need at other schools - but man, it comes off as - they are short a lot of staff. Will that impact the four years - from a teaching quality or offerings type thing? Don’t know. Looks like all jobs and campuses - not just engineering at UW.
Just stood out to me they’d post it there like that.
Hiring could also be a positive sign of growth in the program
I wouldn’t worry about UW falling apart any time soon. In general, it’s a great school with tons of energy and momentum.
The main thing is that the OP is talking about business and engineering, but I don’t think they have considered IE as a possibility… at least it hasn’t been mentioned. IE is somewhat adjacent to both business and engineering.
The OP is already admitted to UW engineering undeclared, and IE is a pathway they could take within that program where they’re already admitted.
ISE is often dubbed the “Business School of Engineering,” and for good reason. This discipline is people-centric, merging technical skills, scientific knowledge and strategic thinking in a variety of fields. As an ISE student, you are trained to grasp the bigger picture, understanding the intricate connections within complex systems.
This comprehensive perspective equips you with the ability to assume leadership roles, manage multifaceted projects, lead diverse teams, and make impactful decisions within organizations. As an ISE, you’re not only equipped to adapt to an evolving environment, you’re prepared to shape it.
Where are you looking to work? That’s where you need to ask about median salary. Check your home country salaries.
The US universities will educate you, but once you finish and graduate, you will be expected to return to your home country.
You will be on a student visa, not a work visa. Don’t assume that you will be employed or sponsored by a US company after you graduate. Very hard to do, even with an OPT, and people wait years to begin the citizen process.
US Immigration services require employers to search for citizen and permanent resident candidates FIRST when seeking new employees. Many companies, especially in engineering, will not sponsor non-citizens.
Just emphasizing that you will be expected to return to your country after graduation, so make sure that your plans for your upcoming education are based upon that Immigration issue.
@Fall24_applicant , you have done wonderfully well having many options. Getting into Inter St/Int Biz in UCSD is not easy, I have a known family friend’s child who is waitlisted in the same major for fall24. I have huge expereince in College admissions and I can tell you that UCSD is not an easy school to get in. But if you are intersted in Business, UCSD maynot be the best for you. If you want to focus on Engineering, Perdue is really good engg school. UW Seattle Engineering or Business is a great option too. But depending on your residence state, UCD is a great option, Cheaper and Best. It is a high ranked school and you have got Engineering major there. If you want to do Engineering , it just can not be a minor, it is a heavy on courses. Another option for you is to transfer to ENGG major in UCSD. It is very tough there but exceptionally possible.
