<p>With the exception of English, our interests match rather well.</p>
<p>In terms of Economics, Berk. has one of the best economics department in the world (and can prob compete with most Ivy leagues with the exception of maybe Un. of Chicago). Berk. HAAS school of business, which is a solid top ranking business program, also provide a business-based economics program (I think).</p>
<p>In terms of psychology, all the lectures (via Berkeley Podcast) are extremely interesting. I can’t speak beyond that.</p>
<p>Berkeley is bigger than all the IVY, and that will affect the education experience. But with that exception, and your definition of strong, I believe Berkeley is at the same level as many IVY league schools.</p>