Best engineering schools in New York?

As a future engineering major, I want to know which colleges in New York have the best programs. Any recommendations for institutions with strong support systems for students? I'm open to exploring different fields in engineering.

New York is home to several top-tier colleges with strong engineering programs, so you're in a good position as an aspiring engineering major.

First up, there's Cornell University, based in Ithaca, which is renowned for its College of Engineering. They offer majors like Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering, among others. For those interested in niche areas, they also offer degrees in fields like Biological Engineering and Materials Science.

Another standout is Columbia University's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science. They offer a wide range of undergraduate engineering programs such as Industrial Engineering & Operations Research, Applied Physics, and Biomedical Engineering.

New York University’s Tandon School of Engineering is also worth considering. It's known for being particularly strong in areas like Computer and Electrical Engineering, but offers a range of other programs as well.

You'll also find Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), located in Troy, which has a highly respected engineering program. They have unique offerings in fields like Aerospace and Nuclear Engineering.

All these institutions also place emphasis on experiential learning and provide ample support such as faculty mentoring or advising, tutoring programs, and career services dedicated to their engineering students.

Keep in mind that it's always crucial to visit these schools (either in-person or virtually), ask questions, find out about their curricula, and see which ones resonate the most with you.