<p>The two are practically polar opposites yet I can't seem to make a decision! I was accepted to CGS at BU so that's a bit of a negative...although I would much rather go to Boston than Seattle. I plan to major in Business and money is not an issue. Help!</p>
<p>Go with Washington it’s most likely cheaper and Foster has good credibility on the street.</p>
<p>I would go to Washington. Seattle is a really cool city and UW is a really cool school, not to mention it is a highly regarded public university!</p>
<p>UW definitely, if ur CGS at BU (Which I hear is like Boston Community College), then its not even an option. SO much better</p>
<p>UW has a traditional campus and the classic campus life experience. Have you visited BU? It’s campus is rather fragmented.</p>
<p>BU is not worth it. The tuition is insane! and its almost laughable. UW would be my choice.</p>
<p>CGS at BU isn’t worth it. If you had gotten into the other schools, then I would have said consider it, but not for CGS.</p>
<p>NO SCHOOL AT BU IS WORTH THE TUITION PERIOD. Save your money for grad school.</p>
<p>BrownBear, That’s just your opinion. I agree that if you have to take on heavy loans and will be in debt, to not go to BU, or any other highly-priced private school for that matter. However, if money isn’t the issue, and if the person is getting some scholarship and/or grants, then it can be worth it. I don’t understand what you have against BU. Every thread I’ve seen you comment negatively about it.</p>
<p>sak09 please stay focused and don’t be rude by straying off topic. This isn’t a discussion of my feelings toward BU. But yeah, BU has an outrageous tuition and like TPL said their CGS is very close to a community college like atmosphere. UW is higher ranked and more desirable plus less expenses. This is a no brainer. = )</p>
<p>Expensive community college in an amazing city vs. A top public school in a just below awesome city?</p>
<p>Washington - It is not even close.</p>
<p>Gotta agree with UW, unless being on the East Coast/Boston is really super important to you, or having access to very, very wealthy students is a must for you.</p>
<p>thanks everyone I appreciate your responses!</p>
<p>Another vote for Washington</p>
<p>Don’t go into debt for BU, but you’re talking about a public vs private, and BU is a great private. I do agree, though that CGS is not the ideal way to go to BU. As for the campus being “fragmented” as mentioned, my D has not regretted choosing BU over a more traditional campus for even a minute - there is a great sense of community and millions of ways to get involved. Had to get in my plug for BU :)</p>
<p>The CGS at BU is simply a place to hone your skills for a year before you begin the course load in a degree program. In fact, BU is renowned for the CGS and it’s one of the school’s finest attributes. Name another school that provides a place for kids (who would have otherwise been rejected) to prove themselves (at one of the finest private universities in the country) so that they can continue their studies at the main University. It’s as innovative as it is noble. Despite what others would have you believe (especially those who know NOTHING about BU), there is absolutely no shame in being admitted to BU through CGS.</p>
<p>In addition to where you would rather go to school (you mentioned a preference for Boston), I would also have you think about where you may want to settle after graduation (although I realize it’s tough to forecast where you’ll be in 4-5 years). If you think you’d like to stay on the East Coast then a BU degree will carry more weight than UW. Depending on your field, you’ll have numerous BU alums in medicine, law, finance, communications, theater, etc., to tap into. Conversely, if think you’ll be on the West Coast then UW will most likely be the way to go. Both are fine schools so you’re in a “can’t lose” position. </p>
<p>Of course with the economy being what it is these days, it’s also important to look at the expense of attending both schools. Keeping debt to a minimum is important so that you have more options upon graduation. It’s okay to reach a bit if you prefer one school over another but don’t go overboard. </p>
<p>If you’d like specific information on a BU program or have any questions about living on campus, quality of life, etc., please feel free to PM me. Good luck.</p>
<p>I hope I didn’t sound like I was disparaging the CGS program - I know it’s a great opportunity for the students who are in the program and I’ve heard nothing but good things about it. BU is an amazing place.</p>
<p>What would be your out-of-pocket difference between the schools?</p>
<p>thanks everyone! Like I said in the thread money isn’t an issue so I wouldn’t have to worry about having debt. I’m making my decision purely on academic quality and quality of experience. However, I honestly can’t tell if CGS is a joke or not, I’ve seen some people write that it is a highly qualified program while others equate it to community college. Which one is it? Money isn’t an issue but I definately don’t want to be dropping $50,000 a year for overly glorified community college.</p>