Which college to choose for computer science?

MCwald
Mon, 24 Dec 2012 22:13:27 +0000

My son is trying to chose between the following three colleges. He will likely study computer science in some way – likely a major, but also maybe as a minor – in which case, I am not sure what he will major in at this point. So far, he loves computer science, is kind of a creative type, but also likes programming. He does not love math, but can get through it. So I am not sure that I see him as a programmer.

Here are the schools:

Rutgers (New Brunswick) - (computer science major is part of the liberal arts school - SAS)
University of Massachusetts - (not as highly rated as a school, but CS program rated well)
Binghamton University

What do you know about any of these programs? What should he consider when making this decision? Where might you go if you had these choices?

All schools cost approximately the same thing when one factors in merit aid received.

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.