<p>I tried posting this in another section but seemed to be only approached with a rude response so I thought it might be more appropiate in this section</p>
<p>From my other post you will know that I currently attend Wesleyan University and it leaves something a little to be lacking if you grew up in a city where the social scene is much like what you'd find at some of these top party schools</p>
<p>What I desire: Schools that have very lively party atmospheres but good academics to match as well. I'd prefer to have the school in the north eastern region but I know theres a big lacking of that sort of thing up here so all schools are welcome. Cost and such don't matter I just am a science geek (going pre-med) who needs his social scene to be a bit well... wild (you'll see what im thinking of below)</p>
<p>What i've already came up with:_______________________________________________________________</p>
<p>NYU (Although the party scene is harder to find, apparently it's there if you have the money and agression to get it which i don't mind. I'm just worried about not being able to find it and being one of the many who describe themselves as the lost and lonely NYU'ers)</p>
<p>University of California Santa Barbara (Social life of school is my dream here)</p>
<p>UCLA (if I get in from out of state) ,
University of Florida,</p>
<p>Umichigan (although it's a bit farther than i'd want from the north east region. Generally if i'm far from the north east i'd rather it be in a hot climate in terms of what im sacrificing and gaining but i'm open to all types of environments if the school is lively enough) ,</p>
<p>Penn state (a bit lower academically than i'd prefer but it still is a pretty good school and I don't think med schools will look Down upon it too much)</p>
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<p>Any other suggestions? Syracuse maybe (it's also a bit lower academically than what i'm looking for as well but not sure)... Help would be greatly appreciated</p>
<p>BTW: I'm Into Neurosci/AppliedPsych/Biopsych type majors and plan on minoring in Econ (or double minoring in sociology as well if possible) if that helps to think of a schools focus. If a school is more Econ focussed then I'd probably rotate that to be my Major and psych to be my minor but </p>
<p>I’m AA as well so schools that aren’t completley (even mostly dominated by whites is ok) segregated in terms of fraternities/social scene would be preferable. You know, schools like Washington and Lee, Alabama, LSU, SMU, (UVA?), SMU, etc would be on my list to avoid if possible</p>
<p>You should look at top 50 schools with D1 sports. So Syracuse, USC, Stanford, Vanderbilt. I would avoid NYU. There ian much school spirit there.</p>
<p>I know theres not much school spirit at NYU but I heard once you find the partiers of NYU that it’s party scene can be really up there. ANyone else hear this to be true?</p>
<p>I would avoid NYU for undergrad – you will find a better party scene at schools with D-1 sports. Also, New York isn’t going anywhere so you can still experience Greenwich Village after you graduate.</p>
<p>If money really isn’t an issue, then NYU will be an exciting place, but “partying” in NYC is extremely expensive, and many fellow students will expect you to be able to afford the same clubs that they can. What about McGill? Montreal is a very lively city, and the legal drinking age is 18. </p>
<p>You’re a premed and you say that you have lots of free time at Wesleyan</p>
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<p>Here at wesleyan Neruosci apparently isn’t any harder than your first bio courses which is what I like. I like that they don’t increase the workload as you go up in the major just to simply increase the workload. Now don’t get me wrong if I was already in the major and they did that, I wouldn’t switch simply because of that as i’ve already started to learn what I wanted to learn. I"m that type of aggressive learner (hence my work hard play hard attitude). I just would rather avoid getting myself in some deep **** later if I can avoid it ya know?</p>
<p>Also I plan on taking Chem alongside physics sophmore year to knock those two out so that junior and senior year is a bit lighter of a load (and so that I can enjoy NYC as a 21 year old). Is that a good idea?</p>
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<p>Well, for one thing, you’re only taking Bio as a premed, when usually premeds are taking Bio and CHEM as frosh. (BTW…many complain that Bio II is worse, so you haven’t taken that yet). Are you taking Calculus this semester?</p>
<p>You mention you will take Chem and Physics as a soph so that junior year will be easy. WHEN will you be taking Ochem I and II and Bio Chem? </p>
<p>I think you are underestimating how hard it is to be premed at W just because you aren’t taking a full premed load.</p>
<p>BTW…do not cut ties with W until you have seen the aid pkgs at your transfer schools…if aid is an issue.</p>
<p>Money/Aid packages aren’t an issue although of course if ones cheaper than another then that gives the school a big leg up.</p>
<p>and OChem I and Biochem are generally interchangeable so I would be taking OchemI/BiochemI first semester junior year and the II’s second semester</p>
<p>I was overestimating it to begin with. It was the older students and the grad students that explained what I said above^ about the upper level classes :)</p>
<p>So how do you tell your parents that you are doing great at school but want to change because there aren’t enough “party opportunities”? Are they paying full tuition?</p>
<p>Considering I’m from one of the most party cities in America they understand more than you think. Infact, when I saw Wes for the first time on orientation day with them they’re exact words were “Woah I wouldn’t have picked this school for you but it’s probobally good for you that you chose it. I understand though if you end up wanting to get out of here”. </p>
<p>I really don’t need snobby advice from those who look down on those who are a bit wilder than they can see themselves being. College counselors say pick a college that fits your social life as well as academic and like I said, Wesleyan does fit the academic aspect but fails pretty badly in terms of social life for me (Frats, wild parties, doing crazy adventures with your friends, etc.) It seems people on this site only sympathize with a lacking in social life when those who are bit more tame complain about their college being too wild. Try not to be biased and judge people for their cup of tea and you can expect the same in return @Booper (I could be the contrastingly lousy ‘party guy’ who makes fun of those who can’t handle a wild party but I truly respect and sympathize that not everyone enjoys doing the same thing)</p>
<p>Not trying to sound like a spoiled brat but no tuition isn’t a factor at this point. (both parents are doctors and encourage enjoying yourself while you can) </p>
<p>To make an even better comparison (although i know this will give away where i’m from) I grew up 5 blocks from Tulane and partied there all of high school with most other high schoolers in the city (hence the reason most of my friends go to sec schools like LSU,BAMA,Ole miss or smart- party schools like Washington and Lee, UVA, or Vandi if they’re smart) </p>
<p>I need a school that’s a step up from old life both academically and socially hence the list I made above. Any POSITIVE help is appreciated. Thank you.</p>
<p>Also, what do you guys think of Bucknell compared to the schools I listed above?</p>
<p>Jeezus, @munkay250, you already have a good list. YES, any of the five or six huge universities on it are going to have better frats, wilder parties and more general hedonism than a 2,900 undergraduate New England college. Since financial aid is no problem (that was the only reservation I had), please pick one before things get even more personal between you and the other posters. This is the second thread you’ve started with the same predictable result: People generally get kind of annoyed at displays of egotism on this board.</p>
<p>DIdn’t mean to come off as egotistic or aggressive. I’m just trying to use this forum and take advantage of its many resources without having to listen to condescending tones from those on the more conservative (academically) side. I apologize if I unintentionally offended anyone. Just trying to compile a nice list before I start visits to ensure that I pick the Right school this time. </p>
<p>If you’re performing well enough at Wesleyan to have a shot, try Brown or Penn. Providence is a pretty lively city, and Brown was a pioneer in Affirmative Action (as was Wesleyan, incidentally). There is a low-key Greek life, and a little more going on overall. Philly is a great, affordable city for young people, with a strong African-American influence: great music, cultural life, etc., at a lower price than NYC or even Boston or Chicago. Because the '76ers have had such poor seasons recently, you can usually snag seats to games for next to nothing via Groupon and other discounters. There are tons of street fairs, music festivals, and the like. Jay-Z has held the “Made In America” festival in Philly, over Labor Day, for three years. On the more serious side, Philly is an important medical center, with several world-class hospitals. I think you should give Penn a shot, and possibly include Temple as a safety if you’re determined to transfer out of Wesleyan. </p>