Well if you want to go to a school near by home, then it would have to be UMDNJ. Buffalo is kinda far by car, as you know. Also, Buffalo as a city is really boring, although Newark is dangerous and not very fun either. At least Buffalo is safe .. but they do get their share of snow. As for the quality of schools, I think they're about the same. I personally like UMDNJ facilities more ... then again, that may be a personal thing. I would choose UMDNJ just because it's closer to home/NYC.