Most high school seniors think that college is about education. It is, just not the kind of education you think. College is about learning to be an adult, I got

Most high school seniors think that college is about education. It is, just not the kind of education you think. College is about learning to be an adult, I got infinitely more experience and knowledge participating in campus groups and events than I ever did from class. You'll learn almost everything you need to know for your career on the job. So, I just can't see how Berkeley is worth the extra money. Regardless of which school you go to, I highly highly recommend that you consider joining a fraternity. It is honestly one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. There are certainly going to be houses that are full of douche bags, but if you find the right house (and there is one for everyone) you'll have an amazing experience. You'll learn so much about yourself and so much about dealing and interacting with people. And good interaction skills are a force multiplier, they'll make you a much more effective (and pay worthy) businessman/engineer/hacker. At least go through Fall Rush, there is never an obligation to join and worst case scenario you've wasted a few hours, best case scenario you have 100 new friends for life.