UCSB vs UMiami

queso100
Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:48:06 +0000

So far I’ve gotten into UMiami and I’m growing really fond of it. Before the acceptance, my eyes were set on UCSB but after looking into Miami, I’m torn at this point. Money is not an issue at either school. I’m from Georgia and I’m looking for something completely new which may be easier to find in California but Miami is supposed to be its own world when it comes to diversity and such. Also, if I go to Miami I’ll be in RASMAS majoring in Marine Science/Microbiology and if I go to UCSB, it’ll be Microbiology with a concentration in genetic engineering and I might pick up a double major in Aquatic Biology(depending on workload/gpa). My undergrad is mostly for interest and qualifying for the Patent Bar Exam because I’d like to go to Law school and work as a biotech patent lawyer. However, I’m really interested in the above subjects so I will definitely be looking for research opportunities!

I love both campuses, I’m really social but I know how to buckle down for academics. I will definitely be getting into intramural or club soccer at either place.

One huge draw for UCSB I keep hearing is the CLAS tutoring system and how helpful it really is in comparison to other schools’ tutoring systems. Whereas for Miami the ACC spirit is really desirable

I don’t know what else to weigh about their generalities so I was hoping I could get specifics for each school to help me decide. Like social atmosphere and such. I like partying but is there more to do than just party at either school? Which attracts more renowned speakers? Music scene? etc. stuff like that

Thanks!
PS: this is all assuming I manage to be accepted into UCSB haha