<p>I have finally narrowed it down to two schools maybe. Yes, it seems as if people here have the same dilemma as I do. Anyways, I am currently deciding between Emory and Berkeley for political science and I'm really unsure which one is better. It would be GREATLY appreciated it you guys could help me :). </p>
<p>Berkeley Pros:
- I live in Southern California so Berkeley's not too close but not too far away from home (which is nice)
- From what I have researched and read, Berkeley's political science program is stronger
- When I visited, I found such an intellectual environment among the people (not that Emory doesn't have it-- I just haven't visited).
- I sat in a couple of classes (intro ones) and they were amazing. They were engaging and it wasn't the TA's teaching to my surprise
- Berkeley is near San Francisco-- location location location-- also, it may give me a chance to get more internship/job opportunities around the Bay Area
-Overall, VIBE was good. Plus, I went to UCB for a camp long ago, so I didn't feel too lost there.
-Reputation</p>
<p>Berkeley Cons:
-Budget, Budget, Budget--It's not a lie when people CA budget cuts are bad.
- Large classes although I don't have a problem being assertive (or so I think).
-I heard there was grade deflation (but not so much for humanities?)
-You're one student out of thousands.
-Kids from my school go to Cal (about 15 this year and more from past years)
-Too many asians (I'm Asian myself-- 43%)</p>
<p>Emory Pros:
-Emory teacher-student relationship is pretty strong
-Location in Atlanta-- it's something new for me, a new place
-Advising is strong at approachable at Emory
-Emory reputation
-It's a smaller school, more intimate environment.
-I kind of want to get away from home-- how's Atlanta?
-Recognized by professors, etc. </p>
<p>Emory Cons:
-Does not have the same reputation as Berkeley internationally (though I may be wrong)
- political activism is not as big
-less cutthroat competition</p>
<p>As seen from above, it's pretty obvious I don't know much about Emory because I just found out more about Emory last year. However, it is a great and respectable school. The reason I'm so panicked is that I may not have time to visit Emory because of scheduling conflicts with AP/IB Tests and stuff.</p>
<p>If someone could help me, it'd be greatly GREATLY appreciated!</p>