<p>are penn state and university of colorado at boulder comparable?</p>
<p>In terms of partying, yes. Otherwise, depends on particular majors. Both are good state universities- Penn State has the higher ranked Honors program and has the edge overall with respect to academics, but CU has many strong programs. Do you want to be in a great town with easy access to skiing, backpacking et? Go to CU. Penn State has the better football coach.</p>
<p>Yeah, I am a biochem major and I believe both are strong in the sciences. Will I have research oppurtunities at both colleges? I understand there is more to do in colorado other than just going out partying. I enjoy going out to parties but I don’t like that to be the only thing I do. Is there much to do at penn state? Thanks for your help by the way.</p>