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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If he is serious about computer science, Cornell is much more highly regarded in this department.

People get so swayed by location and overall ranking, but your subject area matters so much in choosing a college. Duke isn't in top 20 in computer science.[/quote]

Duke isn’t top 20 in so many disciplines  it begs the question; why is Duke so highly ranked and considered top ten? [/quote]

I am the poster with the comment about the CS buildings. I think Duke is one of the few choices with no deal breakers. The campus is not breathtaking but it is lovely; the location is not Boston yet it is not in the middle of nowhere; airport access is easy; academics are strong (even if not top rated in all) yet the sports spirit is there; weather is moderate; the student body looks glossy. All together it is a 'safe' (not in terms of getting in!) choice for many.[/quote]

When we toured, someone asked about the fact that Duke had no CS major within the engineering department. The tour guide mentioned that this was the case but then seemed to change the subject while mumbling something about some students still taking classes in both Trinity and Pratt. This might be something to look into before you decide but was a no go for us.[/quote]

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