@RAHforHEE along with a strong academic background, yes, absolutely. Prestige of the school has some weight, but going for a knowingly less distinguished degree at a top notch university is just not worth it. In the end it’s not where you get your degree from, it’s what you make of it. If a position requires having BS in CS, 90% of the applicants will have it, your skills and experience is what really gives you an edge.