Larry
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- Mar 23, 2026
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When I first started researching engineering programs, I assumed bigger was better. I looked at Georgia Tech, but the cost and competitiveness scared me. Then I started reading about Georgia Southern, and I've done a 180.
The hands-on focus. A review that stuck with me: “At bigger schools, you're competing for lab time. At Georgia Southern, you get to actually build things. The professors want you to get your hands dirty.” That's exactly what I want. I don't want to just do simulations; I want to fabricate, test, break, and rebuild.
The community. Multiple reviews mention that engineering students at Southern “help each other” . One said: “We have group chats for every class. People share notes, study together, and celebrate when someone gets an internship.” I'm not looking for cutthroat competition. I'm looking for teammates.
The facilities. I was worried that a smaller program would have outdated equipment. But a current student told me: “The new engineering building is impressive. They invested in good stuff. We have a makerspace, 3D printers, and a machine shop.”
The internship connections. I was skeptical about finding internships in Statesboro. But a reviewer said: “The career center works with companies in Savannah and Atlanta. I did a co-op in Savannah and came back with a job offer.” Another said: “Professors have industry connections. Ask them for introductions.”
The reality check. One student wrote: “It's not perfect. You have to be proactive. You won't get handed an internship. But if you put in the effort, the resources are there.”
I'm not naive. I know it won't be easy. But reading these reviews, I feel like Georgia Southern is a place where I can build things, work with good people, and actually get a job afterward. For other engineering students, what made you choose your program? I'd love to hear your stories.
The hands-on focus. A review that stuck with me: “At bigger schools, you're competing for lab time. At Georgia Southern, you get to actually build things. The professors want you to get your hands dirty.” That's exactly what I want. I don't want to just do simulations; I want to fabricate, test, break, and rebuild.
The community. Multiple reviews mention that engineering students at Southern “help each other” . One said: “We have group chats for every class. People share notes, study together, and celebrate when someone gets an internship.” I'm not looking for cutthroat competition. I'm looking for teammates.
The facilities. I was worried that a smaller program would have outdated equipment. But a current student told me: “The new engineering building is impressive. They invested in good stuff. We have a makerspace, 3D printers, and a machine shop.”
The internship connections. I was skeptical about finding internships in Statesboro. But a reviewer said: “The career center works with companies in Savannah and Atlanta. I did a co-op in Savannah and came back with a job offer.” Another said: “Professors have industry connections. Ask them for introductions.”
The reality check. One student wrote: “It's not perfect. You have to be proactive. You won't get handed an internship. But if you put in the effort, the resources are there.”
I'm not naive. I know it won't be easy. But reading these reviews, I feel like Georgia Southern is a place where I can build things, work with good people, and actually get a job afterward. For other engineering students, what made you choose your program? I'd love to hear your stories.
