<p>I know these are different schools on opposite sides of the country. I also know enough about the schools to compare location, scheduling, size, etc. I love U of R, but it is practically in my backyard. I love CC, but it is a longgggg ways away. I was pretty sure I was going to go to U of R, but now I'm doubting myself a little. To be honest, I think it will ultimately come down to location, but I just wanted to hear CC's take on the academic and social differences between the schools. I also haven't visited Colorado College yet, but we are trying to plan a visit and hopefully I'll be able to see the campus before I make my decision.</p>
<p>Academics--I'm mainly interested in political science and econ. Does either school have the clear edge in terms of career preparation in these disciplines? What about public health/biology?</p>
<p>Social Aspect--How liberal are CC students? I'm a political person, and even though I'm a left leaning moderate, I'd like there to be a mix of political ideologies on campus. I don't think I'd love being on a campus entirely with counter-culture, weed-smoking, snowboarding hippie bros. Like I said, I've never been to the CC campus so I can't make an accurate picture of the "typical" CC student, so don't take this comment as offensive.</p>
<p>Prestige--This isn't too big of a deal, but I'm nevertheless curious. In NY, when I say Colorado College, everyone thinks I mean CU-Boulder. I know Colorado college is a good school, but do employers/grad schools know? Have people heard of U of Rochester outside of the NE? Which one is generally seen in the public as being the "better" school?</p>
<p>Research opportunities--Which school affords better opportunities for student-professor interactions and serious research opportunities, in the sciences and social sciences?</p>