Mac has got better graphics/displays. The operating system is quite stable and doesn’t crash often or at all. They have the lowest return/repair rate. Dell has got good battery runtime and gives powerful performance. There are some smaller deficiencies regarding workmanship, e.g., uneven gaps. The university student offers for apple is indeed attractive. Macs rarely give discounts so it’s good to hear that they giving offers. See for yourself
http://www.apple.com/in/students/