I’d like to major in economics and international relations.
I was accepted into the Boston University Kirchland Honors College. For Colgate, I was accepted into the Alumni Scholars Program.
They are going to be almost exactly the same price (around 24k).
I would appreciate feedback from anyone who went to one of these schools or knows someone who did.
Also, if you happen to know which school is better for these majors or which honors program is better, that would be appreciated as well.
I’m planning on getting master’s degree right after my bachelor’s. So I’m also concerned about which place will get me into the best grad school (unless they are pretty much the same in that respect).
I don’t know much about BU or their Honors College, but I do know that Colgate is a very popular option for many economics and IR majors, as well as business. The AMS program would also give you a more intimate experience, as you’ll be a part of a small group of students incredibly focused on academics (more so than the rest of the student body). Plus, the program will give you a sense of global learning and opportunities for research experiences that could help you with IR. I think both schools will give you equally great options for grad schools; lots of ivies after Colgate too
-Current Colgate Student