Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:39     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Anonymous wrote:Macalester


Yes, that big, strong school spirit and sports culture that Mac is known for all around.
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:38     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Boston university would be a good fit.
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:38     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Bama


I wouldn’t describe Alabama as having a diverse student body with a global/international feel


lol. def not.
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:38     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Anonymous wrote:Bama


I wouldn’t describe Alabama as having a diverse student body with a global/international feel
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:35     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Anonymous wrote:Hi new to DCUM. DD is Class of 27. She stated she would like a school that has a "diverse student body, global/international feel, lots of music related activities, strong school spirit and sports culture, and students who are smart, friendly, and driven." Yes, I realize there will not be schools that meet all of these criteria, but would appreciate soem suggestions on where to start looking. At this point open to all locations. Just based on the above, any thoughts from a culture/vibe standpoint. Undecided on what to study. Strong academically 3.9UW, 4.2W.


Think about applying as a music major. A lot of more selective programs will open up for you.
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:30     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
[quote=Anonymous
]If 3.9 is from a public (frankly is pretty low)
, then Penn St, Michigan, Alabama, Clemson, FSU




Not OP, but how is a 3.9/4.0 unweighted "pretty low?"
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 16:29     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Anonymous wrote:Hi new to DCUM. DD is Class of 27. She stated she would like a school that has a "diverse student body, global/international feel, lots of music related activities, strong school spirit and sports culture, and students who are smart, friendly, and driven." Yes, I realize there will not be schools that meet all of these criteria, but would appreciate soem suggestions on where to start looking. At this point open to all locations. Just based on the above, any thoughts from a culture/vibe standpoint. Undecided on what to study. Strong academically 3.9UW, 4.2W.


Huh?
Large or small?
Warm or cold?
Public or private?

I assume you want a city? That limits it?

I'd say:
UMiami; UCLA; USC; Northwestern (esp for music); BU; Georgetown
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:32     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Macalester
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:30     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
If 3.9 is from a public (frankly is pretty low), then Penn St, Michigan, Alabama, Clemson, FSU
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:29     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Anonymous wrote:Hi new to DCUM. DD is Class of 27. She stated she would like a school that has a "diverse student body, global/international feel, lots of music related activities, strong school spirit and sports culture, and students who are smart, friendly, and driven." Yes, I realize there will not be schools that meet all of these criteria, but would appreciate soem suggestions on where to start looking. At this point open to all locations. Just based on the above, any thoughts from a culture/vibe standpoint. Undecided on what to study. Strong academically 3.9UW, 4.2W.


UCLA
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:24     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Michigan
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:18     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Bama
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:12     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Perhaps your state flagship?
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:10     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
SEC
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2025 15:09     Subject: Suggestion of schools to research
Hi new to DCUM. DD is Class of 27. She stated she would like a school that has a "diverse student body, global/international feel, lots of music related activities, strong school spirit and sports culture, and students who are smart, friendly, and driven." Yes, I realize there will not be schools that meet all of these criteria, but would appreciate soem suggestions on where to start looking. At this point open to all locations. Just based on the above, any thoughts from a culture/vibe standpoint. Undecided on what to study. Strong academically 3.9UW, 4.2W.