NYU: NYU = the shiz... kinda.
Let's face it - NYU is huge. There is no proper campus, it's just smack in the middle of a city, and that's your "campus" right there. If you're the kind of person who doesn't like being in the hustle and bustle of the city on a daily basis, NYU isn't for you - even from your dorm room you can hear the sounds of fire trucks and ambulances and police cars going by outside. Also, if you're an introverted person, NYU isn't really the place for you either because you can't really get around NYU by j...

UCLA: Get a Feel for the Campus!
Visiting the campus is so important. You should get a feel for the campus and determine if you can see yourself there for the four plus years. When I was considering colleges, I visited a few schools that I knew weren't for me. However, when I visited UCLA, I felt right at home. I could see myself being challenged, but could also see that I would still be able to have fun. If you disregard academics and just want to party, this isn't the school for you.