<p>I've been weighing the options. The UMich stands very tall and the honors program very legitimate. However, by going there I sacrifice proximity to my home (I live in STL), a major research institution, and a highly academic school. What I gain from Umich is not bad either: the environment, lacrosse, connections, great departments (I'm going into physics).</p>
<p>Could I get some outside opinions?</p>
<p>Thanks</p>