I. University of California, Santa Cruz, University of California, Santa Cruz
Advantages: As an academically top public university, Santa Cruz is overshadowed by other schools in the system. But academically, Santa Cruz's social sciences, humanities and arts, biological research and other majors still have great advantages. According to statistics, the employment rate of this school is also quite high.
Disadvantages: the campus is relatively independent, there are no high-rise buildings, and the main road looks a bit desolate. No team, no party.
Campus features: Campus surrounded by mountains, about 10- 15 minutes' drive from dormitory to downtown shopping mall. Fortunately, bicycle traffic is convenient, so it is enough to walk back and forth between teaching buildings. There are not many attractive places on campus, but bookstores, restaurants, computer rooms and fitness centers are still very complete.
Suitable for students: Students who like the campus environment surrounded by forests and pay attention to the cultivation of practical work ability will like Santa Cruz campus.
2. University of California-Riverside University of California, Riverside
Advantages: Riverside is a member of the University of California and is despised by the ranking. Its research ability is first-class, ranking the top four in American social sciences and the second in academic rising stars. This professor not only has a high academic reputation, but also is very friendly. Small class education, rich student activities, public school fees, private school atmosphere, high cost performance! The advantages of business are also worth mentioning.
Disadvantages: parking spaces are hard to find, there are construction sites, which are connected with surrounding communities, there is no obvious campus scope, and public security management is not strict. Dormitories are average, smaller and older.
Campus features: The campus design is very modern, with tree-lined, clear road signs everywhere and convenient access. The campus has only 65438+100000 people, which is a small branch school in California system with a relatively suitable population density. There is not much temptation from the surrounding area, and it is a place where you can concentrate on reading and research.
Suitable for students: suitable for students who pursue personalized education, need to teach more attention and pay attention to the cost-effectiveness of studying abroad. For students who want to continue their graduate studies, Binjiang Branch can provide sufficient research projects.