The choice seems to be clear to many since according to US News Rankings Indiana University Bloomington, IU ranks #34 while University of Kansas, KU ranks #68 but I think these rankings can be deceptive. I am pursuing Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology degree and would like to know which school is better for me. I have got funding from both schools as a doctoral student. I like the moderate size of KU while IU is extremely large campus (25000 vs 45000).
Here are some doubts I have,
Since IU is such a big school, so many places will be crowded and I am not a fan of crowded places.
KU has a modern campus in comparison with IU which is really old.
Where would I get more attention from faculty and staff IU or KU?
Living expenses? Since I am getting a bit less stipend in IU than KU?
Your help will extremely be appreciated!
p.s. I am an international student, and I hope to live off-campus in a rented apartment.