Hi guys! I am trying to decide between attending the schools listed above, and I have all of 7 days to figure out where to submit my deposit. I was accepted with an undeclared major into the college of arts and sciences at all three. I love Boston, which is a definite plus at BU and BC.
One of the reasons that I’m struggling so much to choose is that I toured BC last year and loved it, but I went to their accepted eagle day this year and hated it, which is not an accurate representation of the school, so it has been difficult trying to separate that day from what I think of BC. My accepted student days at both Emory and BU, however, were wonderful. I didn’t really get to see Atlanta while I was at Emory, but it seemed that it was very spread out, and I definitely want to be close to the city. I also want academic flexibility, and a place that will help me to change my major and find internships and jobs. I know that Emory is completely different from BU and BC but I really liked it there when I visited, so I’m leaving it on my list.
I would really appreciate it if any current students at these schools or members of the class of 2020 could comment on why they chose the school that they did, or if anybody facing a similar decision could help me out!
A big difference between BU and BC is that BU lacks a traditional campus while BC has a gorgeous one. True that BU is in the city. But, it may be too much so in the sense that it is part of the city rather than in it.
Parent opinions would be lovely as well! I don’t know what I want to major in but all three schools offer a wealth of options.
Are all three schools similar costs? I believe BC has a religious affiliation (correct me if I’m wrong)? Would choose Boston if that’s the place you enjoy
Yes, they all have similar costs, and BC is a jesuit school. I have heard that religion does not play a huge role on campus.
I really liked all three campuses. I liked the diversity at BU and Emory, but BC seemed to be lacking (again it was just one day, so I can’t conclusively say that it wasn’t diverse).
These are all strong schools academically; my D is a junior at Emory and loves it. She chose Emory since she wanted to live outside the NE (we’re from MA) for college and when we visited Emory, she felt at home. Emory is strong academically in the subjects she was interested in, and diversity was also was important. Having non-stop flights from Atlanta to Boston helped as well…
Boston is definitely a easier town to get in/out from BU/BC than Emory to Atlanta. There’s a lot more to do in Boston than Atlanta for students without a car; Atlanta has major attractions within reach, however. BU’s desirable location makes it much quicker to get to attractions and jobs than BC, which is at the end of the B line.
BC is well known for strong networking within the Catholic community. BU has so many good options if you’re unsure about your major; I feel as though BU academically is stronger than most people give them credit for, given that Harvard and MIT are neighbors.
My D has changed her major several times; many Emory students carry double majors. Some of her professors encouraged her to enter competitions for fellowships and submit papers for research, so they are definitely supportive to their students.