Civil Engineering at UCLA vs UCB thread. Help?

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<p>I have been admitted to a number of schools and have, in the last few weeks, narrowed my choices down between UC Berkeley and UCLA. I have visited both on their Cal and Bruin Days, respectively. I have been admitted for Civil Engineering for Fall Sem/Quarter for both schools.</p>

<p>I can't decide between the two colleges for my major. I've heard from most people that Berkeley is much better academically for my major (and engineering in general), and I really do love the campus and area immediately outside of the school. However, I love the feel of UCLA as well. The students seem to enjoy the school, and seem much friendlier. I feel UCB engineering will be too overwhelming and that I won't survive long enough to get the degree, or perhaps I'm just freaking out...</p>

<p>Some personal info: I have lived in SoCal my whole life and don't mind staying here. I don't mind if I go far for college either.</p>

<p>Can anyone throw in some information, personal thoughts, etc. to help me come to a decision? </p>

<p>Thank you!</p>

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<p>Berkeley is #2 for Civil Engineering. UCLA is not in the top 10. I would go to Berkeley. I think other civil engineering may not be as cut throat as EECS for example.</p>