Cornell vs. Bowdoin vs. Wesleyan

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<p>Hello all. I have finally narrowed my choices down to Cornell, Bowdoin, and Wesleyan. I just recently got back from Bowdoin and loved it. I will be visiting Wesleyan next week, but unfortunately I won't be able to visit Cornell. I am, at the moment, considering majoring in natural resources/environmental studies and was wondering if anyone who has been to any of the schools can comment on their experience.</p>

<p>I liked the size of Bowdoin, so my main concern about Cornell is its size as well as the fact that housing is not guaranteed for all four years. I also liked the people I met at Bowdoin--everyone seemed really friendly and down to earth. Also, I want to be in a place where students are concerned about their academics, but are not overly competitive, and I want a student body that is diverse, accepting, and tolerant. So for those who've either attended one of the schools mentioned or were trying to decide between them, could you please give me some feedback.</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

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<p>i had a good friend in college who chose bowdoin over cornell and another good friend who transferred out of bowdoin to cornell. both were happy with their decisions and their circumstances had everything to do with size. i think that’s the difference. if you felt comfortable at bowdoin, that’s a good sign. cornell is fantastic, it’s just a dramatically different undergrad experience. i think, however, it’s easier to transfer into cornell than into bowdoin, so maybe you choose on the basis of that…if you don’t like bowdoin, then transfer to cornell…</p>

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<p>read the open letter to ChandlerBing Cornell Vs. Williams.</p>