<p>I'm a international student just got off the wl of Grinnell. I'm very excited but I found it difficult to turn down UCSD. I'm a bio major and UCSD is one of the best in the nation. I know that Grinnell also have awesome bio program. So it's a tough choice for both me and my parents. Any suggestion is appreciated!</p>
<p>Very, very different schools. Grinnell is a tiny liberal arts college in Iowa. UCSD is a major research university.</p>
<p>It depends on what you want, though. UCSD is unique amongst the UC’s for its various, small undergraduate colleges that strive to provide the feel of a small LAC. </p>
<p>My advice is to go with your gut. I did.</p>