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LSE PPE vs USC PPE

I got into both and am also on a waitlist for UCLA. Here are the factors I'm considering
1. Ranking-wise, LSE PPE is much higher, but I can double major in Music at USC. I know the likelihood of a music career is low because money does matter to me, but I seek so much comfort in performing. Music at LSE is basically nonexistent, but it does mean that I'd have a stronger focus on building my future career.
2. Uni life seems depressing at LSE and I've heard loads of toxic competition and sabotaging, whereas USC is better...? both are 4-year degree, so might asw go to smwhere enjoyable ig
3. Weather doesn't matter that much I don't mind the miserable winter in England, but how on earth do you say no to Cali weather and a nice tan?
4. I'd be closer to my friends if I stay in london, but i know real ones will stick, and we all meet new people at uni anyways so it's not the deciding factor for me
Please lmk what you think, I don't have much time to decide...
What kind of financial aid package do you have for USC? Unless it's a full aid package you might not find it affordable...

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Original post by anoiff
I got into both and am also on a waitlist for UCLA. Here are the factors I'm considering
1. Ranking-wise, LSE PPE is much higher, but I can double major in Music at USC. I know the likelihood of a music career is low because money does matter to me, but I seek so much comfort in performing. Music at LSE is basically nonexistent, but it does mean that I'd have a stronger focus on building my future career.
2. Uni life seems depressing at LSE and I've heard loads of toxic competition and sabotaging, whereas USC is better...? both are 4-year degree, so might asw go to smwhere enjoyable ig
3. Weather doesn't matter that much I don't mind the miserable winter in England, but how on earth do you say no to Cali weather and a nice tan?
4. I'd be closer to my friends if I stay in london, but i know real ones will stick, and we all meet new people at uni anyways so it's not the deciding factor for me
Please lmk what you think, I don't have much time to decide...
As a British student, you will pay £9,535 a year for tuition, but USC is easily £25,000 or more.

You should consider doing a Master's degree in the USA. 😉

LSE has a 'fine' reputation. You will get a top job relatively easily. 🙂

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