S2 has loved his AP bio and Bio Tech classes and wishes to pursue the field into graduate school
and beyond. He’s a top student. Would Berkeley or UCSD be a better choice? S1 is at UCSD for CS and that’s working out great. As a family we’re just less familiar with the all things bio. Any thoughts from the thoughtful parents and others here are much appreciated!
Biology majors are impacted at UCSD but not at UCB. Pay attention to whether he has direct admission to the major at UCSD.
@ucbalumnus Yes - he’s got his bio major at UCSD. But that’s a great reminder that (unlike CS) bio’s not impacted at Berkeley. The bio dept presentation at Cal Day last year was great. Thanks…
Both schools are excellent for Biology/Biotech. It’s pretty much a toss-up in terms of opportunities. I’d choose based on which campus and town he would prefer to spend the next four years in.