UCLA vs. WashU, which is easier/more fun/less competitive?

<p>UCLA
- great city, weather, campus is beautiful, good food, dorms, lots of people</p>

<p>WashU
- supposedly better academics, great food/dorms but I think people usually find fun on campus and in the surrounding area, not in the city, would I feel a little restricted?</p>

<p>I'm aiming to study one of the sciences and know both have good academics. My only MAIN concern is that at WashU i wouldn't really feel comfortable going into the city with friends for fun, whereas in LA i know I would be okay. </p>

<p>I was also wondering which is academically easier (easier grading OR better professors to help students learn more/earn better grades)</p>

<p>Plus, LA is supposed to have a better rec center and better restaurants than WashU.</p>