[flylib]

it will look better on a resume for jobs/further internships down the road though which is just as important anyway

[philangist]

Probably more important. Going to a good school is great, working on cool projects and gaining work experience is awesome.

[iyulaev]

Agree that it will look better, and is probably a better experience. Sadly college admissions is a game, and it is risky to ignore it.

[adamzerner]

not only that... but it'll be better for finding your passion, for being better at what you do, for networking etc.