<p>I'm a prospective biomedical engineering major accepted to both schools, with costs being the same for both. I plan to go to law school to pursue a career in patent law. I would probably be able to get a higher GPA at USC, but it's hard to turn down the relative "prestige" of WashU. Advice?</p>
<p>USC’s “prestige” may be higher than Wash U, if that’s what you’re interested in - it depends on where and for what fields.
But a better way for you to choose really should be “fit”: weather, intellectual atmosphere, relative place of sports (spectator, intramurals), internship opportunities, Greek life, study abroad programs (where/how long/how expensive/ for your major?)…</p>
<p>I think both are great schools, but believe the higher gpa at USC would benefit you later when applying to a law school. Frankly both are great opportunities. California would definitely have the nicer weather (another snow storm hitting St. Louis tonight). Which is closer for home, if that matters? </p>
<p>Which school would be better for BME? I’ve heard great things about WashU’s program, but also that it’s extremely difficult/competitive.</p>
<p>BME does seem to be one of WashU’s stand-out fields (if the USNWR rankings are to be believed).</p>