I have been accepted to both the University of Michigan and the University of Florida for the class of 2024. It might seem like a clear choice because Michigan is ranked higher, but that’s not all I care about. I am interested in majoring in biology or psychology and I’m thinking going to dental school after undergrad.
The tuition of either school is not a problem, but I am instate for Umich. I like UF because of their dental program, but I’m not 100% sure about going into dentistry, so I don’t want to go 1,000 miles(literally) from home for a program I might change my mind about. Another concern I have about UF is their lack of a figure skating team. I am hoping to continue figure skating in college. Umich has 3 skating teams and a rink on campus, but UF doesn’t have a team and the nearest rink is 80 miles away.
A concern I have about UMich is the competitive environment. I know I don’t do so well in those environments because I go to one of the most competitive high schools in the country, and I was kind of hoping to get away from that scene. I also don’t love the winter weather. I know that the quality of education I get there could be worth all that though.
Any thoughts?
Based on what you say, it sounds like UMichigan would be the better choice for you.
Basically, you like UF better because of the weather… that’s rarely a sufficient enough reason to choose a university.
BTW, UF will NOT be less competitive than UMichigan.
By any chance did you apply to other universities so as to be in their Honors College, thus combining some perks but making it easier to adjust the competition level?
Hey!! I’m a freshman at umich this year and I just wanted to say that I totally don’t feel a competitive environment. Everyone is super supportive and collaborative and I honestly can say that I am 100% happy there. I hope that helps!
Michigan all the way! Michigan also has the top rated dental school in the country.
You will find a competitive environment generally in pre-health courses (lower division chemistry, biology, etc.) anywhere.