Need help comparing colleges for a decision (CS Major)

[HighSchoolKid123]

@HighSchoolKid123;d-2184051

Hello, incoming college freshman here. Basically want to pursue a BS in Computer Science and go onto grad school for an MS with hopes of studying Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence.

Accepted: UCR (CS + possibly Honors Program), CPP (CS), SCU (CSE) [super costly ]
Waitlisted: UCSC (sent appeal, so maybe my chances are better???)

I am not sure how to compare the programs aside from the rankings and possible rumors/stereotypes. I haven’t been able to visit UCR and CPP due to COVID-19, but I have visited SCU and thought it was nice. I also visited UCSC and absolutely loved it!!!

If anyone with possibly personal experience or knows someone with experience could provide their insight, that would be much appreciated!

Sorry, forgot to mention that UCSC I applied for CS.

@Gumbymom @merc81 Thanks for your responses