<p>Hi, got accepted to Berkeley and UCSD for mechanical engineering.
Now, I have cousins,a sister, and many friends who go to Berkeley and I didn't really like the city or location or the student body when I visited there countless of times.</p>
<p>So I am thinking of choosing UCSD over Berkeley as I really like San Diego/ La Jolla.</p>
<p>But I think it is a fact that Berkeley has a stronger program in engineering, but by how much? Berkeley is always in the US News Top 10 lists for engineering, while UCSD is not.</p>
<p>My question is that am I sacrificing too much of an opportunity/education by turning down Berkeley? Will I be put at a 'disadvantage' compared to Berkeley students when I graduate from UCSD and look for a job?</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>