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Yama Starting Rotation
Joined: 18 Jul 2010 Posts: 654
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Posted: Sun Jun 11, 2017 9:47 pm Post subject: UC Irvine vs Santa Clara |
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Sup Guys,
I am a Political Science major, transferring from a community college. I am deciding between two universities: UCI and SCU. I am having trouble deciding which one to go to, as both are good schools. I feel like UCI has a nicer area and would be more fun, but I don't want to miss out on the oppurtunites of the silicone valley. I am also not sure if its better to go to a small school or a larger school.Also Im planning to go to law school after so going to SCU might help me get into there law school. Fortunately for me, I have a couple scholarships so money isn't an issue.
Please help me,
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nickuku Star Player
Joined: 09 Jul 2010 Posts: 7844 Location: Orange County
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Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2017 1:27 pm Post subject: |
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I went to school and work nearby UCI. Irvine is very nice and quiet but fun is probably not the word I would use to describe it. There are lots of places to eat in the area and its sort of a hub to all the "fun" spots. I think the people in Irvine are a stuck up and will take some time to get used to if you're not from the area. _________________ Don't let perfect be the enemy of good |
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Cutheon Franchise Player
Joined: 10 Jul 2009 Posts: 12111 Location: Bay Area
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Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2017 1:37 pm Post subject: |
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nickuku wrote: | I went to school and work nearby UCI. Irvine is very nice and quiet but fun is probably not the word I would use to describe it. There are lots of places to eat in the area and its sort of a hub to all the "fun" spots. I think the people in Irvine are a stuck up and will take some time to get used to if you're not from the area. |
While true, I will note that UCI may as well be UCNB. Tons of people live in Newport Beach and it is not a bad commute. UCI also has a shuttle system that picks people up from Newport. And, of course, costa mesa, laguna and plenty of other enjoyable locales are a convenient drive away. |
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nickuku Star Player
Joined: 09 Jul 2010 Posts: 7844 Location: Orange County
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Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2017 2:42 pm Post subject: |
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Cutheon wrote: | nickuku wrote: | I went to school and work nearby UCI. Irvine is very nice and quiet but fun is probably not the word I would use to describe it. There are lots of places to eat in the area and its sort of a hub to all the "fun" spots. I think the people in Irvine are a stuck up and will take some time to get used to if you're not from the area. |
While true, I will note that UCI may as well be UCNB. Tons of people live in Newport Beach and it is not a bad commute. UCI also has a shuttle system that picks people up from Newport. And, of course, costa mesa, laguna and plenty of other enjoyable locales are a convenient drive away. |
I feel so out of place the closer I get to balboa peninsula. I lived in Newport Beach for a few years and I never felt comfortable or truly at home. I can't recommend it especially for a student. Its hard to describe. The locale is great but the people feel fake almost like mannequins. _________________ Don't let perfect be the enemy of good |
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Omar Little Moderator
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Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2017 2:46 pm Post subject: |
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Irvine is fun in the same way that Beverly Hills is affordable. _________________ “We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.” ― Elie Wiesel |
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leor_77 Franchise Player
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Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2017 2:53 pm Post subject: |
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What do you want to do with your life as a poly sci major? Law school afterwards? |
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nickuku Star Player
Joined: 09 Jul 2010 Posts: 7844 Location: Orange County
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Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2017 3:07 pm Post subject: |
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Omar Little wrote: | Irvine is fun in the same way that Beverly Hills is affordable. |
C'mon its not that bad. We have Diamond Jamboree and.......some other stuff! _________________ Don't let perfect be the enemy of good |
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Yama Starting Rotation
Joined: 18 Jul 2010 Posts: 654
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Posted: Tue Jun 13, 2017 4:54 pm Post subject: |
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leor_77 wrote: | What do you want to do with your life as a poly sci major? Law school afterwards? |
Yessir |
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Yama Starting Rotation
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Posted: Tue Jun 13, 2017 4:55 pm Post subject: |
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nickuku wrote: | I went to school and work nearby UCI. Irvine is very nice and quiet but fun is probably not the word I would use to describe it. There are lots of places to eat in the area and its sort of a hub to all the "fun" spots. I think the people in Irvine are a stuck up and will take some time to get used to if you're not from the area. |
How did you like the school and the people there ( students , not the people in Irvine) |
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lakersken80 Retired Number
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Posted: Tue Jun 13, 2017 4:59 pm Post subject: |
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Omar Little wrote: | Irvine is fun in the same way that Beverly Hills is affordable. |
Doubt they will be partying it up in Santa Clara considering its a religious school.
That being said the Bay Area is probably a lot more interesting than hanging around the OC..... |
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