WPI or NEU for MS Robotics.

Question

Hello Yocketeers,   
  I am really confused which university to choose between NEU and WPI, for MS Robotics Program.   
  My area of interest is Autonomous vehicle, drones and Human computer Interaction. And I prefer a JOB after MS. No PhD.  
  These both are good colleges, NEU has a very good co-op portal, plus its in boston hub of companies and jobs. Plus ranking of NEU is far better than NEU.  
  where as WPI has the best robotics program in whole US.  
  some genuine advice required.   
  #ms #NEUvsWPI #Robotics #NEU #wpi

Arjun Aravind · Answer

Hey!
So as per US News Rankings, NEU is #49 and WPI is #63, which isn't quite far off.
I looked into the WPI website for robotics (their graduate outcomes especially) and noticed that they have a very good stat in terms of post graduate career opportunities. 95% of Grad students found a job with an Average salary of 85K USD/ year, and in top companies like Raytheon, MITRE, Amazon, Pfizer, Lockheed Martin, SpaceX and so much more!
Since WPI is also located in Massachusetts, the Co-op opportunities provided puts students in top companies there (obviously including Boston). Being in the same state, it is very easy to find jobs in Boston being a student at WPI. 
Also, Being one of the best robotics program in the United States, companies will definitely see the value in you over an NEU grad. Sometimes, the Top School name does make all the difference!
You can learn more about WPI here- https://yocket.com/universities/worcester-polytechnic-institute-2655