<p>Just wondering which you guys think would be better for someone interested in creative writing. I like both schools, but when I looked at the course catalogs of each it seemed like Penn had a wider variety of courses than Brown. And while Brown's Literary Arts program seems to be highly regarded, so does the Kelly Writers House. I know they both must be pretty similar, but any thoughts? Also, which city do you think would be more creatively stimulating- Providence or Philly? Thanks!</p>
<p>I honestly don’t think you can say that one program would be ‘better’ than the other for anybody, unless there are ‘fit’ considerations. </p>
<p>‘Also, which city do you think would be more creatively stimulating- Providence or Philly? Thanks!’</p>
<p>Vague question (not to mention subjective). Creatively stimulating how? In terms of local writing communities or in terms of inspiring surroundings?</p>
<p>I meant, which has a more artsy feel to it. Also which would be more of a place for concerts, theatre, art events and the like!</p>
<p>But why are you comparing these schools? Have you been accepted to both of them? If you are deciding whether to apply ED to one of them, just go and visit and see for yourself (i.e what school would be a better fit) in the fall.</p>
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<p>Providence itself is quite small, and has a relatively lightweight cultural scene. Boston, which has a major arts, music, etc. scene is not terribly far away. Public transit from Providence to Boston is sometimes workable (less than an hour to South Boston Station once you board the train), and depending on the time of day an hour or so by car. Add the logistics (getting to the train station, to the venue, parking, etc.) and it’s more like 2+ hours.</p>
<p>Philadelphia has world class museums, orchestra, etc. The venues are 20 minutes away by public transit, and indeed some are within walking distance. Center City is a 30 minute or so walk from campus. New York City is quite doable on a Saturday, although evening events would almost always require an overnight.</p>