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[quote=Anonymous]PP here. I live in San Jose (adjacent town) same thing and used to live in DC.

1. Is it safe? Yes, very safe but it’s a city. Much safer than DC but things like car break ins and some homeless (pretty harmless) exist. Weirdest crime that I’ve seen out here are side shows, which are these illegal drag races that attract crowds. These don’t usually occur downtown. 
2. Is it a commuter school? Yes and no. In general all CSU schools are commuter schools except Cal Poly and maybe SDSU for freshman and sophomores. Rent prices in SJ are so high that students who don’t want to live at home opt for the dorms. Have a plan for housing as I don’t think it’s guaranteed. 
3. Campus is really nice, lively and SJS keeps downtown alive. It’s close to the train station. The buses are clean and easy. Uber is common etc. I love SJ airport! It is so easy. Very close. 
4. Internship opportunities are great! Getting a part time job is also great especially if you are willing to do a short bus ride. Restaurants and stores are always hiring, can’t find staff. Minimum wage is 20 in SJ, a little less in the adjacent towns.
5. Weather is amazing! If you later have a car, it’s about 45 minutes to Santa Cruz. Unless you go during commute or weekend rush hour then it’s 3 hours lol. You can take BART or Cal Train to SF. You can take Amtrak to Truckee /Tahoe.

Also consider Santa Clara University. They sometimes give good merit. They care about demonstrated interest. [/quote]

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