Bah, in the end of the day, whatever education you get, disregarding the location, all you need is a job. So go to the college where recruiters of major companies recruits. Or a school with a strong alumni support. That way, your network has already extended even before you graduate.

And don't forget the non-residential fee that you need to pay if you intend to go to a state school (not sure if it applies to all state, i know it sure does in Cali).