If you had the option

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Option1 with a school that will give you an academic scholarship. Aren't you a straight A student? Kick butt on the ACT/SAT and you'll have many more choices. Get your degree now. And make it in Engineering. Not an associates or Technology degree. You 'll make million more in your lifetime. In fact, many private schools (Rice, Tulane, Others) will give you extra consideration because you do tourney fish. They want diversity. Compete and try to get in the best school you can. You won't regret it. Cash in on your hard work.