<p>I moved here from Europe and I am currently taking a gap year in Washington DC before going to university. I have applied to the University of Michigan, University of Virginia, University of Wisconsin, Penn State, and Georgia. I want to study political science, but especially international relations and comparative politics. I really cant decide which university to go to (if I get in that is). I want to have fun but also have a really good academic scene. Academically I thought I should go to Michigan or Virginia, but I think that Wisconsin, Penn State, and Georgia sound like a lot more fun (I want a fun school, doesn't have to be over the top tho) . I always thought I wanted to go to Michigan, but I have gotten mixed reviews about it. That Fiske guide only gives Michigan an average three stars for social life. Also people have told me ann arbor isn't great. Other people tell me its amazing. What is great about it? Does Michigan have a good blend of social life and academics? Any suggestions?</p>
<p>Simple answer, YES. Ann Arbor is a great college town. Why all public schools? You'll be paying OOS tuition, so why not think about a private school where you'll get more bang for your buck. Nevertheless, you'llget an excellent educ in Madison, Charlottesville, and Ann Arbor. Bottom line is use Fiske as a guide but you should go visit to see where you feel most comfortable after the acceptances come in. Penn St is quite rural and UGA has improved w/ the Hope Scholarship but it's still the South... Can you deal w/ that fact?</p>