u/OldBeginning2046

I got accepted as a transfer to both SJSU (Supply Chain) and UC Davis (Managerial Economics), and I’m stuck between the two.

For SJSU:

•	I got into Supply Chain/Data Analytics, which is something I’m genuinely interested in

•	It has a very clear career path, and I know companies actively recruit from there (especially in Silicon Valley)

•	The downside is I’d likely be living at home, and I’ve been wanting to move out and experience independence

For UC Davis:

•	I’d be studying Managerial Economics, which seems more flexible and could lead to consulting or analyst roles

•	The biggest pro is that I’d finally be living away from home and getting that “college experience”

•	The concern is I’m transferring as a junior with no internships and few technical skills, so I’m worried I’d be behind and might struggle to land strong opportunities

My main question is:

Would it be smarter to choose the safer, more direct career path at SJSU, or take the risk at UC Davis for independence and a potentially higher salary ceiling?

For context, I care a lot about making good financial decisions and setting myself up for a solid career, but I also don’t want to regret not experiencing my early 20s.

Any advice from people who’ve been in a similar situation?