Take my thoughts with a grain of salt, as they are meant to jump start your thoughts.

My take is to wait until fall.

1. Most people choose to do a normal cycle like starting in the fall (assumption). It might be a good idea to join with a larger class to promote networking rather than be off cycle and have to claw your way into social circles with the rest of the classes.

2. 6 more months of a paycheck is always nice.

3. Starting in the fall lines you up with the normal cycle of applying to summer internships with major companies.

4. If Haas is really what you want, defer for 6 months and wait it out because the convenience is something that will make it easier for you to concentrate on classwork.


Just some food for thought. I hope I got some gears turning and wish you the best in your decision.