Just For Fun: If you could go to any college...

[Anonymous]

I went to NYU, but I would have preferred a traditional campus. Luckily, I appreciated it for what it was and had a good experience, but a city campus was not a good fit for me.

I'd go to Stanford or Duke. I love both parts of the country. School spirit, fun campus life, and a world class education. I also think nice weather is more important than I used to. Being at a pep rally or bonfire and you feel pain in your chest from the cold is not as fun as a balmy evening. I mean, it's not that big of a deal I guess, you can throw on some Patagonia. Anyway.

I also think I would be a doctor if I could re-do, and both are stellar for pre-med.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Scripps

YES!!!!!!!!!!!! I went there and would go there again.

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Anonymous wrote:Colorado College.

Liz is that you??

Not unless Liz is a dying old hippie in her 60’s.

I think the PP means Liz Cheney.

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Anonymous wrote:Scripps

YES!!!!!!!!!!!! I went there and would go there again.

My DD played a lacrosse game against Pomona last spring and there were several Scripps students there to cheer on Pomona. They were super-friendly and just so much fun to chat with.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I went to NYU, but I would have preferred a traditional campus. Luckily, I appreciated it for what it was and had a good experience, but a city campus was not a good fit for me.

I'd go to Stanford or Duke. I love both parts of the country. School spirit, fun campus life, and a world class education. I also think nice weather is more important than I used to. Being at a pep rally or bonfire and you feel pain in your chest from the cold is not as fun as a balmy evening. I mean, it's not that big of a deal I guess, you can throw on some Patagonia. Anyway.

I also think I would be a doctor if I could re-do, and both are stellar for pre-med.

+1000

I think this is true for the vast majority (like 90%) of college students. Don't understand the current rush and explosion of popularity of "city" schools like NYU, Columbia, Northeastern, BU, Penn, etc. I think most of these kids will regret their decision, as the vast majority of alumni I meet from these schools seem unhappy with their college experience.

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Anonymous wrote:As true now as when F. Scott wrote it a century ago: “Princeton drew him most, with its atmosphere of bright colors and its alluring reputation as the pleasantest country club in America.”

That is if you like the idea of college not being in a city.

Or the wilderness. It is a suburban as can be.

Suburban NJ isn't the same as suburban DC. Princeton is a small town with an increasing number of amenities geared toward students and younger residents, with access to NYC and Philadelphia.

So it's not urban but it has a very different feel in terms of location than a school in Fairfax or College Park.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I went to NYU, but I would have preferred a traditional campus. Luckily, I appreciated it for what it was and had a good experience, but a city campus was not a good fit for me.

I'd go to Stanford or Duke. I love both parts of the country. School spirit, fun campus life, and a world class education. I also think nice weather is more important than I used to. Being at a pep rally or bonfire and you feel pain in your chest from the cold is not as fun as a balmy evening. I mean, it's not that big of a deal I guess, you can throw on some Patagonia. Anyway.

I also think I would be a doctor if I could re-do, and both are stellar for pre-med.

+1000

I think this is true for the vast majority (like 90%) of college students. Don't understand the current rush and explosion of popularity of "city" schools like NYU, Columbia, Northeastern, BU, Penn, etc. I think most of these kids will regret their decision, as the vast majority of alumni I meet from these schools seem unhappy with their college experience.

Yes. I see many parents on this board and others saying "my kid wants urban" and I think, do they? If so, great. But it's something your family should really think about.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Scripps

YES!!!!!!!!!!!! I went there and would go there again.

My DD played a lacrosse game against Pomona last spring and there were several Scripps students there to cheer on Pomona. They were super-friendly and just so much fun to chat with.

That's awesome

[Anonymous]

we are going to take our daughter to see Drexel in Philly for a possible "urban/city" school option

But knowing that she fell in love with the campus she saw Monday, pretty sure it is going to be a big fat no

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:we are going to take our daughter to see Drexel in Philly for a possible "urban/city" school option

But knowing that she fell in love with the campus she saw Monday, pretty sure it is going to be a big fat no

Within the past two days a random, senseless killing occurred during daylight in the Drexel area. The deceased was a recent Temple graduate. Murder rate in Philly is soaring. It is not a safe area.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If you woke up tomorrow and you were a high school senior....yourself, but knowing everything you know now....
and you could magically receive acceptances at every school you applied to...
and, let's say, your parents tell you they can and will pay for it in its entirety...

Which school would you choose?

I would maybe choose Northwestern for its vibrant arts community, interesting campus, academics, and different location (I'm from the NE).

You?

William and Mary 100%
I love the history and colonial Williamsburg. It's also a great school academically. I just LOVE the vibe.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Julliard or RISD - just for the experience of being among the best artists of a generation.

Yes, I would do Juliard as well. But that acceptance would need to come with a lot of talents that I don't have.

[Anonymous]

Vandy

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:we are going to take our daughter to see Drexel in Philly for a possible "urban/city" school option

But knowing that she fell in love with the campus she saw Monday, pretty sure it is going to be a big fat no

Within the past two days a random, senseless killing occurred during daylight in the Drexel area. The deceased was a recent Temple graduate. Murder rate in Philly is soaring. It is not a safe area.

we've got a month and a half before the open house(s). we'll think about it

[Anonymous]

UCSD