Hi!

So i'm a first generation college student from So-cal. I'm a prospective computer science major, and this year was very huge for computer science applicants in our state apparently, so I didn't get into many of the colleges I applied to. Out of where i've heard back from, the two I'm looking at mostly are SFSU and CSUMB.

I come from a very (like, think of the most rural area you can think of - it's even more hick-y than that) rural area, so things like SFSU being far away from the city don't bother me even a little bit. I know SFSU is cheaper but financials aren't part of the equation whatsoever. I have my tuition covered by a government waiver, and I have money saved to cover housing everything else, so money doesn't play into my decision at all.

Here's what I care about most:

• I know SFSU is a commuter school. However, I am looking for the 'college experience', whatever that means for me that is. I'm not huge on parties, but the option to go to some would be nice... And I'm pretty big on wanting to join clubs, be part of student events, etc. I'm president of multiple clubs at my current high school and part of the National Honours Society so I really enjoy stuff like volunteer work, art fairs, etc.
• I'm looking to major in CS, but i'd also like to study Dance (specifically theatrical/contemporary) which is my passion. How are both of these programs at SFSU?
• Be real with me... how is the food? (again, without price taken into account - for the most part)
• How is housing? I am disabled and will have to live on the first or second floor. I also have an ESA/service animal that i'd be bringing with me.
• I assume that SFSU is a pretty accepting campus when it comes to minorities and other such groups - but is there any glaring issue surrounding the attitude of the students? This might seem like a really obvious answer, but I come from a high school that has a very different attitude to such people and groups than most in California. My dream has always been to thrive and flourish as my unique self in college - so being able to do so is a huge factor in my decision.
• Are degrees from SFSU really looked down upon in most industries?
• Do you think the size of the campus would be overwhelming for me? I feel confident that SFSU would be alright despite my aversion to huge colleges just given the fact it's a commuter school. I was homeschooled until high school and my graduating class only has barely 300 students, if that gives you an idea of what I'm used to.

These are the biggest questions I have that I can think of. Thanks for your input!