#Purdue OOS vs UF In-State - Computer Engineering

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meager badger
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UF
School 1 Pros:

  • UF allows you to explore both Computer Engineering (CpE) and Computer Science (CS) in your first year, giving you time to decide which path suits you best.
  • CpE at UF is balanced: 50% hardware and 50% software, which is ideal if you're unsure about focusing solely on hardware or software.
  • Opportunities for minors, study abroad programs, combined BS/MS degrees, or pursuing personal projects with saved costs.
  • A less intense academic environment compared to Purdue, allowing better work-life balance.
  • In-State + Bright Future / 2 Hr away from my home/ Nice weather and low cost of housing.

School 1 Cons:

  • UF's engineering program is not as prestigious or challenging as Purdue's. Not sure where it stands in CpE program vs Purdue CpE program.
  • How good their funding in CpE vs other majors.
  • Networking opportunities may not be as robust due to its regional reputation compared to Purdue's global reach.

Purdue
School 2 Pros:

  • CpE at Purdue is hardware-focused (80% hardware, 20% software), ideal if you're passionate about hardware development.
    heard lots of good thing about Purdue engineering program.
  • ranked #4 in the U.S., significantly higher than UF (#47)
  • The program is rigorous but prepares students well for advanced coursework and career challenges.
  • FYE program, which emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and foundational skills before selecting a specific major. (may be Cons too)
  • strong reputation for co-op programs and industry partnerships, giving students hands-on experience and networking opportunities.
    School 2 Cons:
  • OOS / Weather and Location

Tiebreaking considerations:

  • comparison between Purdue and FU CpE program
  • I am not considering OOS tuition but it's hard to let go when its already paid by BF.
  • change my mind - Purdue is better than FU
ebon locust
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Is FU furman

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Oh nvm

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Ur talking about UF

obsidian surge
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Purdue is one of the top schools in engineering, and is excellent in the Computer Engineering field.

However, the Bright Future Scholarship is incredibly hard to ignore with the low cost, especially with an excellent university like the University of Florida. UF still has a good engineering program and I've heard good things with Computer Engineering. Ultimately, with engineering, most fields with CompE are not really prestigious dependent but rather the work experience you can gather. Purdue, with how good it is, does have the better funding and academic opportunities for computer engineering, but Florida is still good those things as well. I think, due to the huge difference in costs, UF is simply the better choice for you unless you want to consider other factors.

meager badger
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what something other than cost, which you will miss in FU and only get in Purdue?

ebon locust
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Number of abg per thousand

winter zinc
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this server is full of creeps holy crap

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but purdue engineering is incredible, its rly rly rigorous and prestigious and has rly good graduating outcomes

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but oos, though relatively cheap, it still isnt super cheap, so youll have to consuder that

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the weather admittedly does suck, as does the location, but at least our housing is relatively cheap i would think

ebon locust
winter zinc
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And the farthest ones are like a 15 minute walk, its rly not bad

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The bus system is also good so if u don’t like walking, the bus is pretty good, but I prefer walking

ebon locust
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Ngl ppl make is sound like Purdue dorms are overcrowded

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I guess they prob just had a bad experience

lone garden
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If you get into UF, I would do it over purdue simply because of BF.

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You can save SO MUCH and get a great program

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UF CS is very similar to UF CpE so dont worry about that

meager badger
meager badger
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I need someone to help me understand how good CpE programs at UF vs Purdue

ebon locust
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Both programs are funded nicely. It’s just what environment do you like the best

meager badger
lone garden
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You should also know that UF is funded by big companies like NVIDIA

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Purdue is easier to get into however

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Actually maybe not

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Their CS (i would assume CpE is similar) has the SAT around 1420 - 1540

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Since you are in state for UF, I would do it over Purdue

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However, it all depends on your admissions status

meager badger
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I have BF in FL and Merit so full ride in FU, however not honor. no biggy.

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SAT - 1520

lone garden
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Did you get in yet?

meager badger
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Yes, got in both and now I’m debating between two

carmine forge
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UF CpE core = 50% hardware + 50% software (offered by CS dept)
Purdue CMPE core = 80% hardware + 20% software (offered by ECE dept)

So if you are interested more in hardware, Purdue.

meager badger
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Definitely worth considering when making the decision

meager badger
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In-State UF vs OOS Purdue CpE

meager badger
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Purdue OOS vs UF In-State - Computer Engineering