<p>Now there's a better argument.</p>
<p>However, if all other factors are fairly equal, I'd say that it could definitely be considered. I mean, if you really want to be holistic, be holistic. </p>
<p>If you love USC's networking and campus feel, then who cares? But if you want to work with top graduate students and maybe do some good undergrad research, then Cal might just be a better choice.</p>