Not to break up this whole STEM party, but I'm going to be studying something infinitely more practical: Art & Archaeology.
I've applied to live in the Graduate College; I figure that I can always move into one of the apartments in a later year, and it will be nice to be able to meet people and have a cheap bar within stumbling distance.
With regard to meal plans, the cost does seem a bit ridiculous at first glance. However, it all seems more reasonable when you factor in the five free breakfasts each week.