Engineering Colleges in New York State?

What are the top engineering colleges in New York State? I'm considering various fields, so I'm looking into schools with robust engineering departments. How's the campus environment and facilities?

There are a handful of highly respected engineering colleges in New York.

1. Cornell University has a prestigious College of Engineering. It's located in Ithaca, providing a more rural environment. The robustness of its engineering program spans undergrad and graduate levels. As for its facilities, the newly inaugurated Tang Hall epitomizes their commitment to providing state-of-the-art academic spaces.

2. Columbia University: Columbia's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science is renowned for its strong programs across different engineering fields. Columbia also offers the charm of an urban campus in New York City, with a beautiful campus in the middle of Manhattan.

3. New York University's Tandon School of Engineering, based in Brooklyn, is another excellent pick. The school has made significant investments in its facilities and enjoys close ties with New York City's vibrant tech and start-up community.

4. Cooper Union has a smaller, but nevertheless extraordinary engineering school. They recently implemented a critical and powerful curriculum with a focus on the creative application of scientific and mathematical principles.

5. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy is one of the oldest technical and engineering schools in the U.S. It has a strong reputation, particularly in the fields of computer science, engineering, and physics.

Each of these universities offers excellent engineering programs and a different kind of campus vibe, from the bustling city life at Columbia and NYU to the quieter campus-centered environment at Cornell and RPI. I recommend visiting each campus (virtually or in person) to get a feel of the environment, talk to faculty and students, and review their course layouts to see what suits you best.