<p>Hello everyone! I am having a difficult time choosing a college to attend. I was accepted to Cornell University and received great financial aid; the University of Southern California as a Trustee Scholar and into their Thematic Option program; and Wellesley College (but received not-so-great financial aid). I wish to go into politics (intending to major in Political Science). I visited all three schools, but all of them have their pros and cons, making it difficult to decide which to go to. Coming from a large high school, I want to know what it's like to be in smaller classrooms and be in a smaller population of students. Also, coming from a large city, I'm afraid that if I go to a place that is rural (Cornell), that it would be difficult to adjust to college life. I also want a school that has great diversity (I am Asian, if that means anything). I want a school that has a strong alumni network, and provides many research opportunities to undergraduate students. Any input (good, bad, etc.) to provide perspective will be helpful! Thank you in advance everyone!</p>
<p>It really seems USC is perfect for you (cool big city with lots to do, smaller classes in upper division courses, small discussion sessions for all classes, great diversity, great alum network, funded research as soon as freshman year, and help applying for post grad fellowships, etc. Did you enjoy Explore? </p>
<p>DS had similar choices [ Chicago, Brown, Dartmouth ] and chose USC, in great part because of the Trustee Scholarship. Took TO and Freshman Science honors classes , met some great smart students in those classes, was able to do 4 years of [paid] Summer research at USC, and is now getting his PhD at Caltech. Trustee scholars are the “chosen few” at USC, and I think that the opportunity to get FREE TUITION at this top U should not be passed up!! </p>