Help me decide: UMICH or WUSTL?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Washington University in St. Louis
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Top Choices

Washington University in St. Louis: Arts & Sciences
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor: Literature, Science, and the Arts

Assume that cost is not a factor.

``` Academic Interests ``` **Economics, pre-law/legal studies, and computer science.** I love all three, and have not decided on one yet.


Preferences

Size: 4,000 to 10,000, but I can deal with more.
Academic Rigor: Challenging classes are a must, regardless of which of the three academic interests I pursue.
Social Life: I'm looking for work hard/play hard. I don't mean "study 24/5 and get trashed 24/2." Interesting and varied social activities are better than nightly keggers, but parties must be available too. Extracurricular activities and events would be good.
Sports: I don't care. Intramurals would be nice.
School Spirit: An advantage but not necessary.
Employment and Grad School: Important.
Surrounding Area: Suburban would be best. Enough shops, restaurants, activities, and events to keep me busy but not lost.
Student Personality: Friendly, active, and intelligent people.</p>

<p>Please do not respond unless you are familiar with UMich, too!</p>

<p>Explanations are appreciated. Thanks guys!</p>

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<p>I actually had the same problem with deciding between these schools. I was accepted to the UMICH honors program in late October. However, since I am interested in the sciences and Wash U's premed program ranks as one of the best in the country, I decided to choose Wash U (ED II). I believe the smaller campus and location of Wash U is a huge advantage over that of the University of Michigan</p>

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<p>College5812:
You made a good choice as a pre-med; WUSTL's is certainly one of the top in the nation.</p>

<p>I'm not sure that the same prestige applies to WUSTL econ/pre-law/comp sci, though.</p>

<p>Anyone else?
Come on, WUSTL is taking a beating on the Umich forum. ;-)</p>

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<p>I'd definately say WUSTL... but hey, I want to get away from my hometown, so no Umich for me</p>

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<p>Wash U fits basically all the criteria you have listed.</p>