<p>Thanks everyone for your insightful comments. And as a side note to “tocollege”. I’m not looking for the easy way…my concern about potential regret, is that I will regret the missed opportunity to engage with intelligent and well-read students who have interesting view points. But I believe I would gravitate towards those students anyway, whether or not I’m in a specific sub-group of the college. I’m not worried about the extra work – I am just considering whether my energies could be better focused on all aspects of my education. I don’t want to accept it just because I’ve been offered a spot without giving it careful consideration. Thanks to everyone who offered their advice and experience. It just reinforces what an amazing place USC will be for me!</p>