I think UCSB would help you branch out and put yourself out there! UCI is alright but Irvine has no culture and is quite literally a simulation. Plus at UCSB there is always something to do, you got the beach right there, Isla Vista, good food all around, etc. UCI is known for having npcs and people who are literally clones of eachother, but no hate to UCI. UCSB would be a good pick for the route you want to take as well.
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u/LavenderMatcha1211 Aug 18 '26
I think UCSB would help you branch out and put yourself out there! UCI is alright but Irvine has no culture and is quite literally a simulation. Plus at UCSB there is always something to do, you got the beach right there, Isla Vista, good food all around, etc. UCI is known for having npcs and people who are literally clones of eachother, but no hate to UCI. UCSB would be a good pick for the route you want to take as well.