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Alright.
Both Mac and PC are great operating systems. And being able to use windows on a Mac gets rid of any inherent problems with software for labs etc for your major helps as well.
Thus said, it comes down to what else you want to use your computer for. Generally, if you know how to use a computer, and want to be able to do EVERYTHING, go with a PC. If you don't how to use a computer, and want to just have a computer for surfing the internet, easy-to-use software for small video projects and editing, go with a Mac.
However, PC's in the hands of a capable person, definitely deliver more bang for the buck than ANY mac can offer. PC's can play any games, handle amazingly powerful editing and graphics software (Mac's are NOT better for editing and graphics, that's why every major movie is in the world is handled on PC operating systems, and that's why video games are generally made from PC's, however, with Mac, things are just easy), and have maximum compatibility for anything that requires the use of a computer... the whole deal.
With the same money you put into purchasing a new mac, you can definitely receive more from a same-priced PC. And you will never worry about having compatibility issues, especially since your major will definitely have to work with lab software etc.
Plus, PC's have Windows 7 to look forward to by October.
UCSD doesn't offer any tech support for Dell's, so if you're deciding on a PC, HP would be the prime choice over other PC operating systems.
I'm a Pre-Med: BioEng major.
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