<p>I was accepted into Binghamton early action and a few days ago I received a letter in the mail inviting me into the university scholars program. It sounds cool! But if I'm being completely honest, I didn't even know it existed until I got the letter.</p>
<p>I was just wondering if you guys could tell me a little about it. Your opinions, how many people get in, the benefits of being a part of it, etc. If you are/were a Binghamton scholar or know someone who is, I would love to hear from you!:)</p>
<p>I really love Binghamton, and it's probably by second choice under Tufts, so I am really greatful and excited to be considered for somthing like this!:)</p>
<p>Thank you!!</p>
<p>Hi! Being a scholar is cool. There’s definitely a lot of nice perks: priority registration, housing, getting to take really interesting extra classes, being invited to scholars-only events (whether it be fun things in the dorm or on a larger scale, like a Scholars blood drive table or Relay for Life team), getting free tickets to shows and nice dinners, the overall sense of getting to live with and be a part of a small group that is generally intellectual and creative, etc. It is a really nice community to be a part of and there’s definitely a sense of gratefulness/pride that comes with it.</p>
<p>They also push you to go further and give yourself opportunities. One of the requirements for the program is that you do some sort of internship, research, teaching practicum, study abroad, or something like that. Then there’s another requirement about doing something like double-majoring or taking a 400-level class out of your major. Most scholars I know are doing <em>something</em> slightly impressive, like TA’ing or being a research assistant or graduating early.</p>
<p>On the other hand, it really isn’t a <em>huge</em> deal; I say this so you won’t weigh Binghamton Scholars as being on par with Tufts. I remember getting the invitation and thinking my Binghamton experience was going to be so different than everybody else’s. That’s so not true. My friends aren’t scholars, and other than the events I go to once in a while, it’s not a part of my daily or even weekly life. Also, some people say that the classes you need to take (which are cool and interesting) are kind of annoying because they take up precious space when you could be taking classes for your major. </p>
<p>They’ve revamped the program this year so I’m not sure how much of what I just said holds true. I know the incoming Scholars class is possibly double the size of mine, so that’s something to consider.</p>
<p>Hi, so I am definitely going to Binghamton next year and I am going to be in the Scholars program. I was wondering how housing works in terms of roommate selection. Do you remember when you signed up for housing as well, or does it not matter since I have a spot reserved in the Newing Honors Community? Thanks</p>