<p>How does the two schools compare with each other. I know that they rank next to each other on the US news rankings. I’am interested in biology, pre-med major so no need to compare business programs. (we all know stern is good)</p>
<p>im with you</p>
<p>bummmmppppp any replies??? i wanted to know abt this too...interested in poli sci/ international relations</p>
<p>First of all, don't use US news to make your decision. When it comes down to it, college isn't about rankings. It's about which place is the best match for you--That's what most people don't realize until they actually get to college.</p>
<p>I know you want to go tell your friends and teachers and neighbors that you're going to the best school, but seriously, it's not about that. If you do that, you might end up regretting it. </p>
<p>BC and NYU are both great schools, you have to decide which kind of college experience you want. </p>
<p>Here's how I put it:
At NYU, you'll be expected to be really independent. Yeah, you'll have advisors and RAs and stuff, but for the most part you will be in a large area surrounding the park in a gigantic city. NYC is obviously awesome and of course it's thrilling to think of living there, but it would probably be a huge lyfestyle change and you gotta consider that. In addition, it is also academically different. NYU I consider to be a pretty professional place. I see it as a really competitive place that would place a lot more emphasis on classes, grades and jobs than "getting to know each other." </p>
<p>BC is gorgeous campus and it has much more of a community feel. First of all, it's about a third of the size, and they're big on sports which always brings people together. Also, although religion isn't forced on students, it plays a role in their lives thorugh groups, activities and retreats. It brings a friendly atmosphere to the school which I think makes it much easier to make friends and get to know people, but it may not be everyone's scene. </p>
<p>I believe both schools have premed majors of equal calibur, but you should also consider the possiblity of changing your major. If you do decide to change your major somewhere along the line, as most people do, you want to have flexibility. So consider what other majors you might want to do.</p>
<p>This is entirely too long, so I hope it helped lol. You should visit both schools and talk to kids that go there. And go on the websites and check out what classes you will take and what you want. Like BC has a ton of core classes before you take classes in your major...you may or may not want that. So yeah...good luck!</p>
<p>Thank you so much... :)</p>
<p>I would disagree with the statement that NYU is more "professional." My friend goes to NYU, and it's very "getting to know each other" and the students go out ALL the times. They are very friendly, and I met a ton of people in the times I've visited. However, her dorm is in china town next year... 35 min walk or subway ride away, so beware of added expenses like subway cards, ect</p>