<p>I'm trying to figure out which uni is the best for me...</p>
<p>I'm down to SDSU and USC I know they are really diffrent but please help me!</p>
<p>I'm either thinkin about workning with criminology, Ethology or event management.
Which school is the best? ..
and what should I major in?</p>
<p>OMG! this is so hard! ( I know it's easier to get in to SDSU, but it is not as respected...)</p>
<p>I also want to have a fun college experience, with parties and cool ppl :)</p>
<p>Don’t worry about a major right now - college is all about discovering new things, and most people change their major at least once. USC has a great deal of respect academically, though it’s still well-known for football and parties. Speaking as an east coaster, I’d say that SDSU is primarily just known for the partying.</p>
<p>Or maybe if you know another school that would be appropriate/ good regarding the majors in California…</p>
<p>…so I should just worry about finding a school that meets my social needs?</p>
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And here I thought school was for learning…
Don’t worry about U$C not meeting your social needs. There are PLENTY of parties, events, and school pride there. Plus, it has a huge edge of SDSU for academics.</p>
<p>Focus on getting in first. A decision that a particular school is good for you is irrelevant if you’re not admitted.</p>
<p>While it is clear that your social needs are most important to you, it should probably be mentioned that USC does not offer Criminology, Ethology (not even Animal Science or Behavior) or Event Management. While SDSU does offer a degree in “Criminal Justice” (but not criminology), they do not offer Ethology (or Animal Science or Behavior) or Event Management. I agree with gadad, you don’t have to chose a major yet, but it still might be a good idea to look into colleges that at least offer majors in your areas of interest. The two schools you mention do not.</p>
<p>I’ve heard SDSU has a pretty good CJ program, but I could be wrong.</p>
<p>I know a guy who goes to USC and there a couple things to know about the USC social scene. For one, a lot of their parties and events take place off campus and are pretty expensive. I don’t know if money is an issue at all, but their events can be pretty expensive. For example they often travel to UCSB for their Halloween and go to Las Vegas for other stuff. Just something to think about.</p>
<p>Okey…</p>
<p>But can you recomend any other schools in the area that is accepted academically AND socially?</p>
<p>Wow, that’s a very tough choice.</p>
<p>Well for USC, you have to consider that it costs WAY TOO MUCH for the education you get (unless you’ve majoring in business or film, I suppose). Expect some large lecture classes and not the type of teacher-professor relationship you expect at a private school. USC is like a public school that you pay $50k a year for, remember that. It’s an excellent school, but if you’re considering it, think about exactly WHY, because you may be able to get an equal and cheaper education at a state school. (Are you considering the UCs at all?)</p>
<p>San Diego State…well, you know about their serious drug reputation, right? It is a HARDCORE party school…several major drug busts every year…</p>
<p>i mean if you’re looking at USC and want something cheaper obviously take a look at UCLA. and if you’re looking at USC and want something smaller look at USD.</p>
<p>but i agree with raelah, sdsu is known for drugs</p>
<p>The thing is that i’m not sure 'bout anything actualy…</p>
<p>But San Diego State has got majors in the fields that i’m intressted in, but it’s not all work. I was thinkin about UCSD but then they have no party reputation what so ever and I don’t want that…</p>
<p>I’m lookin for any school in the San Diego/LA area that can present a fun and academical college experience…</p>
<p>you should consider UCSD - although they have a reputation for being nerdy and asian, there are people who are not like that. and don’t forget the sun god festival…</p>
<p>if you are instate, UCSB will fit the bill: great academics, and better social scene. Also consider Cal Poly SLO. But, mabye too far north?</p>
<p>SofiaJD is an International, so a UC would cost about the same as USC. The CSUs would be a bit cheaper, but still expensive for out of state.</p>
<p>@raelah - I am a student at USC, and my four classes last semester had 9, 10, 14 and 19 students in them. My professors are amazing and are very available.</p>
<p>sofiaJD – why are you considering USC? Do your stats – gpa, class rank, SAT scores and ECs place you in the top 5% of your graduating class? Or are you a recruited athlete? </p>
<p>We need more background information about why you like those two schools, and with USC, why you think you’re likely to get in.</p>
<p>In response to having huge classes at USC and that it is like a huge, public school that costs 50k; I heard that USC limits the class size to 50 students, so it wouldn’t be that bad.</p>
<p>My GPA or avarage is 18.5/20, in sweden you choose a major even for high school, I’ve read the Natural science major which includes Math A-E, Physics-, Chemestry- and Biology A-B, almost everyone of those is equivalent with American AP courses…
I havn’t done the SATs, the person i spoke to at USC said that international students didn’t have to do them but it would be a plus (I’m planning on taking them next semester). We don’t have ECs I’ve interned at a event firm for three months, and have quite a working experience. The student counselor told me that USC has a very many out-of-state and international students.</p>
<p>But on the contrary I’m not too sure what the requirements are…</p>
<p>is 18.5/20 appriximately top 5% of achievement compared to all other high school students in Sweden?</p>
<p>If so, USC is a possible match for you, but San Diego State is at the level of your studies at age 15.</p>
<p>Tbe University of California system is for the top 12% of graduates in CA, whereas the California State University (of which San Diego State is a part) system is intended for top 30-40%, quite a big difference in classmate quality and research resources. The UC system is intended to prepare students adequately for graduate school if they choose, whereas the Cal St. system is intended to prepare students for direct jobs (originally as teachers).</p>
<p>concur with DunninLA. Of the UCs, Cal-Berkeley has the largest contingent of internationals, but its still <10%. The Cal States are primarily in-state commuter schools. For the costs, look to a good private. And, yes, USC has been recruiting internationals for awhile.</p>
<p>raelah,
A friend’s grandson is a NMS. He is enrolled at SC. She told me his largest class at SC so far has had 18 students. I read the student faculty ratio is 10/1.</p>
<pre><code>From what current students write they feel there is a fine relationship between students and professors.
Besides business and cinema, SC’s School of Theatre, School of Music, Annenberg School of Communication and School of Policy and Planning and Development are considered to be among the best in the nation. The Davis School of Gerontology is unique in research programs and the study of the aging process.
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