<p>I'm deciding between UCLA and NYU. I want go into astronomy or physics, as of now. UCLA has an astrophysics major, which I like. Both have physics majors. Also, I could minor in German at both and study abroad in a German-speaking country.</p>
<p>I'm from NJ, an hour out of Manhattan by train. I'm very comfortable with the area around NYU and love it. I would know people around there and be able to see my family. I loved UCLA when I visited it, but it is a six hour flight and I don't know the rest of LA very well.</p>
<p>Neither are offering me financial aid. UCLA is $56000 and NYU is $61000, though this would come close to evening out with the transportation costs for UCLA. I am somewhat scared to go so far from home.</p>
<p>I've been struggling a bit in my AP Physics class this year, though I really enjoy my BC Calculus class. The ability to have good teachers and good academic support is important to me, though I realize these are both huge schools. I get the impression that UCLA has stronger sciences in general.</p>
<p>I'd much prefer the weather in LA, but I am used to the weather around NYU.</p>
<p>Most of all, I just want somewhere I'd be happy. People seemed friendlier at UCLA, but again, I'm used to New Yorkers.</p>
<p>Please give advice!</p>