<p>Great decision talkthattalk. Mercifully, common sense has prevailed and you were not ‘talked’ into choosing chicago over STANFORD. PAGRok, chicago definitely isn’t for every body, the academic environment is way too intense and all students must possess a penchant for masochism and hyperbole (ohh and pretentiousness, how could I forget that one) ;)</p>
<p>OP, you have been spared from witnessing conversations such as this one:</p>
<p>Chicago student #1: Dude, we have the best econ department in the world.</p>
<p>Chicago student #2: Really, I didn’t know that, lets boast about it on college confidential while simultaneously discussing Satre.</p>
<p>Chicago student #3: Yeah, we’re lucky we got in when the acceptance rate was in the high 60s. No wonder we’re so insecure.</p>
<p>Of course, this is intended to be a light hearted portrayal of the ‘life of the mind’. I’m sure you Chicago kids can spare a few moments from your ‘grueling’ schedules to cultivate a sense of humor. ;)</p>