<p>Hey everyone,</p>
<p>I'm having a bit of a dilemma and the closer May 1st comes, the more indecisive I get. I have been accepted to UCLA (Human Bio and Society), UC Berkeley (Psych), UC Davis (Bio Psych), UC San Diego (Psych--Thurgood Marshall College), and others, but those are my top 4. I'm have already completed my IGETCI and my units will transfer over after my first semester/quarter. So basically, I won't have to worry about completing all the general ed requirements, unlike most entering freshmen. I'm premed despite my major, and have to take the bio, chem, ochem, and physics series. </p>
<p>I'm wondering which UC would be the best for my situation. The tuition costs are about even. </p>
<p>UCLA: pros-prestigious, has a track record for being great for premeds, in SoCal. cons-very expensive (cost of living wise), far from home, tough to get a high GPA.</p>
<p>UCB: pros-prestigious, close to home, in the Bay Area. cons-very expensive (cost of living wise), grade deflation, cut throat, terrible premed advising. </p>
<p>UCD: pros-very connected with med school, close to home, easier to get a high GPA and balance ec's with studying for MCATs, laid back atmosphere. cons-not much to do in Davis, less prestigious. </p>
<p>UCSD: pros-fairly reputable, in SoCal, Sun God festival. cons-difficult to stand out as a premed since 25% are bio majors, cut throat, no school spirit, expensive. </p>
<p>Thank you so much for your help! Also, when should I SIR? I don't want crappy housing!</p>