<p>qizixite:
I cannot really answer your question, because I knew I wanted to attend Chicago before I set foot on campus.<br>
You may have found the campus a bit subdued (I know I did). It is a very rich and rewarding academic environment, but a rather tough one as well. Most students work very hard; as a result, when you visit campus 7 months into the academic year, you are likely to run into a good number of tired students (whether or not they admit, or even realize, this fact). But UChicago imparts a terrific education for those who are willing to put in the requisite effort.</p>