<p>Alex, I was actually born in Chicago (that’s why I hold an American passport), but left the city a few months after I was born. I guess it was a way for my parents to make their children American citizens. lol. And you’re correct that it is an amazing city, and one of the most beautiful cities in America, although I have not lived in Chicago that long to have interacted with the local residents there, so I can’t vouch for their culture and friendliness. </p>
<p>You do have a point about U of C having a campus whilst NYU is kind of scattered, so the OP has to take that into consideration as well. But I’ve been to NYU, and for me, it looks pretty fine. I also admire their student body which is generally from “upscale” social strata. I have not been to the U of C campus.</p>