I'm sure it's been discussed a million times but.. UCI vs UCSD.

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<p>UCI vs. UCSD.</p>

<p>I tried searching and read many UCI vs UCSD threads on the forums, but i still can't decide.
It's being a headache to me, so please help!
I'm a transfer student, and don't know which school to attend.</p>

<p>I'm accepted to UCSD as a Visual arts (media) Major, (Alternate choice was communication)
and UCI as film & media studies major.</p>

<p>However, I'm still quiet "undecided" about my major.
I put those majors on my application because it was time to apply
and I still didn't know what to major in. Those seemed interesting.
Meaning I think I could change my major in the future.
I think I'll really enjoy the vis art major in San Diego, but maybe the harsh realities will make me change my major to a more practical one.</p>

<p>Housing is another problem. I could save money by living with my family here in Irvine, but I wonder if the housing (off-campus) will be too much in San Diego. I like living alone, but wouldn't it be hard to find housing that costs like 800/month?</p>

<p>San Diego to me, seems like a school that offers good education in generally all majors.
But since I like to save money especially when I don't have a solid major, Irvine seems like a good choice, too.</p>

<p>With these things being said, which school would you recommend to me?</p>

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<p>Under 1100 1 bed 1 bath are rare near campus, but you can find 1600 2 bed 2 bath easily. You’ll just need to find a roommate. Oh and ^ those figures are just for rent.</p>

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<p>well, if you don’t do visual arts, what major are you MOST leaning towards?</p>

<p>It’s pretty easy to switch majors at UCSD, except in the Bio department (very impacted). </p>

<p>But UCI is starting to catch up to UCSD in terms of academics I’ve heard.</p>

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<p>I, myself am going to move a long distance away from home because I feel the education I’ll get at UCSD will be worth it. Along with personal growth, it feels like the right campus so far. I loved the experienced I got from visiting there. Good luck on your decision.</p>