In this case in all seriousness it matters a great deal if you want to stay and work in Texas. UT-Houston from what I've seen has very extensive alumni networks and partnerships throughout the state. Given that many local and state health departments are currently cutting budgets a school that can help you get employed with a private hospital is even more attractive than usual. Also A&M has a focus on rural public health whereas UTH focuses more on urban health in particular healthcare disparities. That being said I would recommend A&M perhaps if someone is interested in biostatistics however because A&M's general statistics department is ranked among the top in the nation and employers might associate the two in their mind even though they are through different colleges within the university.
