<p>I was just accepted to UConn the other day from the waitlist. I've put in a deposit to UMass and I intended on going there, but now I'm not sure. I can't decide! They're so similar to me, but UMass screams "one giant party" so me and UConn has that sports atmosphere. Don't get me wrong, I love both schools, it's just that I have no idea which one to pick!</p>
<p>UConn-physiology and neurobiology (on regional--i'm concerned i won't like the major, except the classes I saw on the website look really interesting)</p>
<p>UMass-microbiology (i love studying biotechnology)</p>
<p>If I could just have microbiology at UConn I'd be so happy. I don't know which one to pick!!!!!! And I want to go to medical school, too, that's a huge factor as well. Both have medical schools, both do tremendous research, both are huge state U's..I can't decide!</p>
<p>My D has enjoyed her UCONN alum connections & lives in Boston area.
Long after graduation, there are huge networking opportunities all over the country.</p>
<p>UConn does have microbiology. It would be under the cell biology courses. Biology is an umbrella major. You can major in many types of biology…check out their website. </p>
<p>I think it’s gonna be UMass Amherst…it’s far cheaper even without regional tuition (like 10K a year) and I don’t want to pay an extra 40K for the “higher ranked although slightly” school. Besides, for me, I want to go to USUHS, and THAT’S what counts for being a physician.</p>
<p>Keep in mind that the more prestigious schools will have more competition for the best internships and less opportunity to stand out and be noticed. </p>
<p>As long as all the schools you’re dealing with are at least remotely comparable in terms of reputation and recognition, price is definitely a more important factor. People often get too wrapped up in subjective college rankings. It’s about how you perform in college and how you present yourself at job interviews after you graduate.</p>