
Originally Posted by
ironchef
It really doesn't from what I've heard.
I think you're best bet would be to really research the engineering field, see what you like and dislike, how the job market is, saturated/unsaturated, is the field growing, potential risk for outsourcing/offshoring, etc.
Just cause your roommate does it, doesn't mean its a surefire thing. You might start to do it, then hate it.
Otherwise, If I were you I'd go down to maybe Georgia Tech, have a chat with admissions and some counselors. Admissions will be able to tell you about financial aid, and counselors will give you more insight on the programs they have, what they offer, potential outcomes, etc.
But, if you do go somewhere like Tech, be prepared to bust serious ass.