<p>They’re totally different cultures. I visited Wash U and hated it. It’s definitely got a Big Ten feel to it. UC hands down has a better education in terms of how much you’ll learn and how well you’ll analyze things, but in terms of stats/name recognition for biochem, I dunno, because I know science isn’t UC’s strongest subject (they’re more of a humanities/economics school). I think you should forget about Wash U and go to UChicago if for no other reason than how amazing the city of Chicago is. St. Louis has little more than a big arch. Chicago has resources, internships, free shows, and cheap amazing ethnic food. It’s the best place to spend your college years.</p>