UCLA vs. Johns Hopkins

[vivek405]

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[bonedoc5576]

I'd say Hopkins would be the better fit for your career goals and you'd match in CA just as easily. The only question is could you be happy in Baltimore?

 

[mw18]

Hopkins is not competitive. In my experience, it isn't at all. I wouldn't let that figure in.

 

[vivek405]

The worry is that I am unsure if I will enjoy Baltimore because I didn't attend second look. During my interview, I wasn't enamored nor put off. But, after second look at UCLA, I could see myself being happy there-- not to say I won't enjoy Baltimore.

 

[theKingLT]

The worry is that I am unsure if I will enjoy Baltimore because I didn't attend second look. During my interview, I wasn't enamored nor put off. But, after second look at UCLA, I could see myself being happy there-- not to say I won't enjoy Baltimore.

Maybe try to pinpoint some specific things about UCLA that make you be able to say "I could see myself happy there" (could be as abstract as the "atmosphere" to as practical as housing). Then ask some Hopkins students about those things at Hopkins. Career wise I think both will be fantastic for what you want

 

[LoveBeingHuman:)]

Are you sure COA is similar? UCLA is much cheaper than most schools for in state students (~36k).

But regardless, this is your decision. Make a decision based on what is important to you. But keep in mind that research strength and prestige are pretty much similar between the two.

 

[docr3]

Deff go UCLA. The difference in prestige is not that large between the two schoolss. You will be much happier being near your family and support system as opposed to across the country. UCLA won’t hold you back from any opportunities in matching that Hopkins would give you. Seems like your already leaning toward UCLA and I think it makes a lot of sense in your situation. Congrats on both acceptances!!

 

[vivek405]

Thanks the advice, everyone! I just received financial aid and cost of attendance is very very different (UCLA is ~20k cheaper per year). With that information, I've decided to attend UCLA!

 

[vivek405]

Maybe try to pinpoint some specific things about UCLA that make you be able to say "I could see myself happy there" (could be as abstract as the "atmosphere" to as practical as housing). Then ask some Hopkins students about those things at Hopkins. Career wise I think both will be fantastic for what you want

I did exactly that and it seems that while Hopkins beat UCLA in cost of living, UCLA has weather on its side. But with the tuition difference, UCLA is still cheaper.

 

[vivek405]

Hopkins is not competitive. In my experience, it isn't at all. I wouldn't let that figure in.

You are completely right. I spoke to a lot of current students and they agreed that Hopkins is not competitive

 

[docr3]

Thanks the advice, everyone! I just received financial aid and cost of attendance is very very different (UCLA is ~20k cheaper per year). With that information, I've decided to attend UCLA!

Congrats!! You will not regret it.