<p>Well right now SDSU and UOregon are my safety schools, so I want to learn as much about them as possible. I pretty much know all about SDSU, but not that much about UO.</p>
<p>I'm interested in their sports marketing program, and they are one of the best in the country in this area, so I'm happy with the academics there. But I want to know about the atmosphere and social life of the school.</p>
<p>Is the atmospher laid-back?</p>
<p>What are the main forms of social life? Frats? Sports? Clubs? Bars? House Parties?</p>
<p>For Oregon schools in general, greek life is pretty low. UO is basically the school for in-state suburban and city kids who were strong academically but couldn't go out of state. It's the best school in Oregon, except Reed, which isn't really in the same category as UO anyhow. Athletics are solid enough. The football team seems to be doing well right now. The stadium is just plain incredible, with what Phil Knight's been doing with it. </p>
<p>I'd say it's pretty laid-back, from what I here. I mean, the kids who really want academic challenge go out-of-state. Classes are classes no matter where you go, but you're not talking MIT stress here. UW is so close to Portland, a lot of kids head up there instead.</p>
<p>But, clubs? Bars? In Eugene? Ahah. Not many.</p>
<p>Since when are you interested in Sports Marketing? I can help you there.</p>
<p>I wouldn't recommend the school if you have financial need. They are #1 on Princeton Review's list for 'Worst Financial Aid', and the Sports Marketing program isn't part of the WUE agreement, which would get you 150% of in-state tuition at virtually any western university. You're looking at an aid package asking you to pay a bunch of loans.</p>
<p>I'm wondering if you'd be interested in U South Carolina? They have a Sport and Entertainment Management program which is one of the best in the country (virtually Sport Management and Entertainment Management combined), and you would likely get a scholarship in addition to in-state tuition there. They have Division 1 sports, are close enough that you can make a weekend trip to the beach, can fill all your need, in a warm climate, and is a party school. It would be a great fit for you, I came real close to applying and am regretting it at the moment.</p>