<p>I have narrowed my choices down to these two great schools, and am wondering which one I should choose. My dream would be to hold some executive/business position in the Sports industry (perhaps meaning that I should pursue an econ degree? I don't know...), but I also have interest in and am considering the medical field. I am really struggling between these two schools, and would like some advice as to which one would cater to my profile better.</p>
<p>As an fyi, I am from NYC. Also, I'm really into sports, want to have a good time in college both socially and academically, etc.</p>
<p>BTW huge alumni group in NYC, many activities and events. When I say huge, there’s over 36,000 alums in NYC and vicinity, half are in the city proper. D2 has an easy time getting back & forth from home, There’s actually an NYC bus that leaves right from campus. And she gets to see some of her college friends on breaks, as many of them live in the area.</p>
<p>I would say Northwestern is more chill. if I were you, I would take NW, just to have the chance to travel and have the opportunity to be at a laid back college but still very strong academically.</p>
<p>Based on the experience my D1s friends at Northwestern reported to her, you could not be more mistaken. They worked their behinds off at Northwestern. The safest assumption is there is no meaningful distinction in the nature and intensity of the academics.</p>
<p>As someone who’s lived in both NYC and its burbs, I am enamored with Ithaca. It’s a wonderful college town - rugged natural beauty, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, student dominated [half of the people in town are students], and a totally chill vibe! It’s about a 4-hour ride from NYC.</p>