<p>I'm trying to decide between Oberlin and Pitzer. I got into both and both gave me really good aid - so money isnt an issue. But I'm torn between the two. I am looking to probably double major in Black Studies and Theater. I love doing theater and music (which I know Oberlin has a conservatory for). I went to a boarding high school in NJ, so I'm used to being in the middle of nowhere, but i dont necessarily like it. Also I'm worried about winters at Oberlin, I'm used to (but do not like) east coast winters, but Ohio winters scare me. I love California weather though. I also want a school with a very diverse community both in matters of students of color and LBGTQ, but both seem to have that. </p>
<p>I'm on the wall. I really dont know which to choose. </p>
<p>Oberlin is the more highly regarded school, IMHO. Higher admissions standards, anyway. If I went to school in Southern Cal I’d never get any work done. To each his own.</p>
<p>As a Californian who now attends Oberlin College, I will say that the winters are bearable. But yourself a thick jacket, gloves, and waterproof shoes. Something for your head would also be a good idea. January (when winter term starts) is the coldest month. Try to do Winter Term at home or in a different state if at all possible. By the time second semester starts (in February) it’s still really cold, but it won’t get as cold as, say -15.</p>