UIUC Out of State Worth It?

devasia1000
Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:42:19 +0000

Hi, this question is specifically for UIUC alumni and current students…

I’m an international student accepted into UIUC’s Computer Engineering program. I didn’t get any financial or merit scholarships (I don’t think UIUC offers them to intl’s) and I’ll be paying full out of state tuition, which is about $48k per year.

What are the chances of a job after graduation (assuming the US economy recovers by the time I graduate)? What are the companies that hire on-campus…do they hire many internationals? Do they give high salaries? Are there any scholarships available after I join a department? How much can I earn if I work at UIUC during my studies?

Overall, I have one key question: Is it worth it?

All answers are greatly appreciated!

P.S.
If you seriously think I should NOT attend UIUC, which university from the list will you recommend me to attend (based on job prospects after graduation): Rose Hulman, $46000 per year; Drexel, $35000 per year; Hofstra, $27000 per year.