<p>How do they compare academically, and socially?</p>
<p>I ended up choosing between BU and Tulane last year. It was a tough choice, and Tulane has a lot of things to recommend itself (New Orleans, the music scene, good academics, etc. plus they were pretty generous with financial aid/scholarships for me) but I ended up choosing BU. Though I really wanted it to just be a stereotype, I found that there was more basis than I liked to the rumor that Tulane can be kind of a party school for rich kids. And though I like to go out as much as any college kid, Tulane's party scene seemed a little out of control...Also, my parents were a bit concerned about safety in New Orleans post-Katrina (although Tulane's in a pretty safe area).<br>
Academically, BU is stronger for my interests (International Relations, etc). About other departments, I'm not really sure. I also feel that people at BU tend to be more socially active/politically involved than is the norm at Tulane, but that's just my own take on it.</p>
<p>I dunno . . . casinos, unlimited drinking opportunities, party-town N'Orleans v. baked beans, the green line, and freezing weather . . . </p>
<p>Just a thought, but if you were still 18, which one would you choose.</p>
<p>Thank you "spinscratch ", for your thoughtful and insightful response.</p>
<p>As for My One And Only..You just wait till next year...</p>
<p>And Boston is not a party town?????? ANY school is a party school if that is what you want it to be!</p>