<p>I want to make sure students know what they are getting into when they SIR. It is an excellent school, but admittedly, the school isn’t for everyone.</p>
<p>I agree. Before I signed my SIR, a close friend told me about how much her brother hated going to UCSC (he’s a city person), so I visited the campus a few times and went on tours and such. I loved the atmosphere and do tend to lean liberal.
I’ve loved it so far and can’t imagine myself anywhere else. You can’t just base it off of other people’s opinions, and certainly shouldn’t base your decision entirely on what we are saying here online. See for yourself whether it is the right choice for you!</p>