<p>hey guys,</p>
<p>i'm an out of stater and was accepted into the Campuswide Honors Program and am also a UCI regents scholar. i am currently debating between USC and UCI. i was not able to attend the CHP day and i don't know anyone who is in the program. it sounds like there are a lot of GREAT benefits though.</p>
<p>so, i was wondering if any of you would be able to tell me more about the program and if it makes up for the difference between UCI and USC in terms of academic quality, prestige, etc. i mean... well idk maybe it's just my perception (don't want to offend anyone!!!!) like, how many honors classes you'll get in comparison to regular courses, etc. also, i am currently undecided but i know UCI is strong in the sciences, so that is quite a draw. however, since i am not entirely sure i want to go in that direction, i am wondering about the strength of their other academic areas? like possibly journalism ( i know they are the only UC campus that has a journalism major but USC does have annenberg so that's a plus)</p>
<p>i don't want to sound snobby or anything, but i am currently under the impression that USC has a much better reputation overall compared to UCI and for me, i think this is important in terms of getting jobs, etc. the main thing holding me back from USC is the location and campus aesthetics. i mean, UCI kicks USC's ass in terms of how pretty the campus is. does anyone have useful insight? i'd greatly appreciate it. i know time is ticking....</p>
<p>thanks</p>