UIC vs Drexel

Hi
I am going to be college Freshman next year.
I have to choose between two of the schools.
Chicago is closer to home (IA) but yeah college life is more important.
Here is a little story. We are not a “rich” family but my parents sent me to a mediocre private boarding school for 4 years in terms of the education. I struggled a lot with wealthy&mean people and the fantasy with the private schools are gone.
I wonder which school would be better to live without having a car? Also I was originally grown up in NYC so I still prefer convenient urban area.
Ps- I am going to their business school

My parents would prefer UIC since it is not only public but also Drexel seems overpriced. Fortunately they will let me choose one.