Hi,
Currently trying to decide between Berkeley and Uchicago for a major in Computer Science or Chemistry. Berkeley has a more of a STEM bent and probably more cutting-edge research opportunities, but Chicago has been dream school for the longest time. I’d like any opinions please? I’m really very very very torn
UChicago just hired their Comp Sc director form Berkeley (I think.). Comp Sc at Berkeley is absolute top. But UChicago is a far better college pedigree and undergrad experience. If Uchi is your dream school, go with your dream. ,
UChicago provides a top 3 university experience, and its graduate school in chemistry is ranked 12th. It is an excellent choice.
Be prepared you work your butt off either way. Have heard UChicago can be a grind (but so can Cal, depending upon the major). D got into Cal, waitlisted at UChicago. The “house” setup really appealed to her, but I think the weather would have done her in.
Thanks!