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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Talk to people in NC.

It is not as well regarded there for top STEM. For Chem, Bio, math , UNCCH is much better. For Engineering, as UNC does not really have it, NCstate is better. However, the top engineering talent in NC HSs usually leave the state and go to T20 unis /GaTech / Mich, and if they have any amount of financial need, they usually pay same or LESS than instate at NC state, for a much better education. 
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It's very analogous to how Virginians (and beyond) view UVA/VT. UVA being the state flagship and VT being considered the state STEM flagship. Yes, UVA has engineering, math, statistics, physics, etc... but those of us in industry know that VT is more rigorous and produces better prepared grads for things like that. Same situation in NC. Perceived prestige-wise, UVA/UNC probably have an edge, but the STEM industry doesn't go by prestige as much as other industries. NC State's stem grads are highly sought after and have a huge alumni base in the heavily techy local/regional area. Plus, Raleigh is just a really nice place to live with so many opportunities both during college and after graduation. I guess it just all depends on where you want to end up and how much you want to spend. Whether you go to NCState, GT or UMich, whether you get a job depends on how you do in school, the career center, and alumni base. NC State has the largest stem career fairs and alumni network in the state, so there's that. And there's a sizeable alumni network in VA too. [/quote]

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