MYOS1634,
I wonder when was the last time you visited Berkeley. I asked because I noticed how many of the things you said about the school were more of the problems Berkeley students faced in the past.
Recently, I think Berkeley has done strides in improving its services. You still won’t be spoonfed like how JHU does with its students as you described, but you certainly won’t be deprived of those same resources if you seek them. Most Berkeley staff are more than willing to help out the students, including advising and career placement.