In need of some advice (Michigan State and U Arizona)

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In summary, the speaker is a high school senior who has been accepted to both the University of Arizona and Michigan State University. The cost difference between the two schools is significant, but the speaker is interested in pursuing a physics major with a focus on astrophysics and astronomy. They are concerned about the availability of undergraduate research opportunities at Michigan State University, but also acknowledge that the University of Arizona has a strong astronomy program and a notable optics program. They are seeking advice on which school to choose.
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I'm a senior in high school and have been accepted to the University of Arizona - which would cost around $14,000 - and Michigan State University - which would cost around $30,000. That difference in price would hit my family and I hard, but from what I can tell the difference in program quality is substantial. I declared a general physics major but plan to go towards astrophysics and astronomy.

It's important to me that I can pursue undergraduate research in physics and that seems more established at MSU...I'd hate to deny an opportunity because of costs that might be worth it.

Does anyone have any advice about choosing?
 
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Arizona has the strongest astronomy program in the country.
 
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I hear Arizona's optics program is nothing to sneeze at, either.
 

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1. What factors should I consider when choosing between Michigan State and U Arizona?

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