<p>You know...it sort of irritates me when people make generalizations about racism and the South. I have heard some ugly racial epithets in Chicago and New York. It happens everywhere, sadly. Richmond is a lovely place and its no more racist than any other american city....or city anywhere in the world. Its steeped in history.</p>
<p>Whatever.</p>
<p>You have got to be kidding. Rich in history--sure. But along with it comes generational bigotry and racism that is both obvious and subtle. The sad part is that they don't even realize their behavior is wrong.</p>
<p>(based solely on U of R and area surrounding U of R--the comment is not based the South in general)</p>
<p>ojin,
i know it's not helpful but you have received excellent advice and I feel you are on the right track. My S has just looked at NEU and Fordham. I feel about 95% sure he will be at Fordham this fall. But as previous posters have stated both schools are excellent and will serve you well. I think you have narrowed it down to the correct two. Fordham has recently moved up significantly in some Business rankings and really provides great opportunity for you, particularly in finance. NEU specializes in Co-ops and internships in all their degrees also, but I agree you can't beat NYC. Though we just spent a great 4 days in Boston. No help, I know. But affirmation that you are on the right track. Best of success to you, whichever you decide.
Also, I feel great about the on campus safety of Fordham's campus. As on all college campuses, students need to travel with friends off campus. Transportation to Manhattan is excellent, plus there is a Fordham campus in Manhattan, some of your classes could be taken there if you wish.</p>
<p>Don't be so quick to throw out Richmond, although they are a very expensive university, they also give out excellent financial aid.</p>
<p>BaileyMom, thanks for your affirmation. I am certain that I will make an informed decision based on the opinions I have gotten here.</p>
<p>Boston88, unfortunately, I received no aids whatsoever....</p>
<p>It's very cold and snowy in Boston!</p>
<p>My kid, who lives in NJ, won't even look there because she hates the cold.</p>
<p>Weather is something to consider!</p>
<p>it snows in ny just as much</p>
<p>Actually, I don't believe that is necessarily true. The NYC area barely had any snow this winter, while other areas of the country are bombarded. Lots of times the storms are north of NY. You can take a quick ride 30 minutes north and there will be several inches of snow most of the winter while NYC is dry. Other times we get a storm that will travel north to Boston. This year, most of the storms skipped over us.</p>
<p>oh coolllllllll</p>
<p>Let me just clarify more, this year we had very, very little snow. Other years it is not like that. It can be hit or miss. But I would definitely say areas north of the city always have more snow, even if we are affected by the same storms. And the snow will melt faster in NYC than it does up north, even if it takes weeks, up north will have snow when ours is gone.</p>
<p>Villanova has the highest ranked undergrad b-school out of the ones you got accepted to. It's top twenty. F &M doesn't have one and Bentley I think is in the 30s out of top 50. Check out this linkk:</p>
<p>gotta agree with NYmama about the snow. I have family in Massachusetts. When they get snow, that snow stays there for weeks. Even in the city of Boston. Meanwhile in NYC, it'll be completely gone or out of sight for the most part.</p>
<p>I have decided to go to U OF RICHMOND</p>