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Alternative_Fig3039 t1_jbcvokd wrote

Reply to comment by dopkick in Potentially moving to Baltimore by psychissick

Strong disagreement on that one. Food scene is better in Baltimore especially when you factor in that DC is 30-40 minutes away and has a world class food scene. Baltimore benefits from many great chefs opening their second or third restaurant up here or moving to Baltimore entirely because costs are much better. I don’t dislike Boston, been a ton of times but its reputation far exceeds its reality as a noteworthy city. Baltimore is also not a world class city but neither is Boston.

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dopkick t1_jbcwwh9 wrote

I think Boston is pretty bad value. I’d never consider living there post-school as there are so many better options available. However, attending school for 2-4 years… maybe. Would depend on the strength of program, class sizes, advisor (if grad school), etc.

Ultimately, OP is going to be a student and likely won’t be taking advantage of the world class food scene anywhere. Personally, in addition to the aforementioned I’d factor in things like financial aid. If I can graduate with $50K less debt from one school I’d be keen to pick that over a specific city. The $50K would go a long way in getting your life started after graduation.

Ignoring the pragmatic school stuff, Boston is easier to get around without a car. And definitely safer. If you’re in school I feel like the friendliness of people is irrelevant as you WILL make friends at school.

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Alternative_Fig3039 t1_jbcxr34 wrote

If you need or rely on public transportation than its Boston by a mile. Baltimore’s public transpo is so awful.

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