<p>So, I got into both for Computer Science (I want to be a programmer). I’m interested in the locations of the schools as well as the academics. So which one should I go to? (or rather, why should I go to Cal Poly?)</p>
<p>Cal Poly is in an idea location and has much more of a friendly, social atmosphere than UCD. Computer Science is a good department at Cal Poly and there are mostly small class sizes so you get to know your professors on a more personal level, which is beneficial for future networking and for extra assistance with concepts you don’t understand. SLO is about halfway between LA and SF, so on a long weekend there are plenty of things to do around town and in the major cities. SB is also close for a quick getaway. The town of SLO is very concentrated on the students in comparison to UCD so that is also an advantage.</p>