I got accepted into both schools for Computer Science. As an Int student the cost on both will be similar. I would like to know the reputation of both schools in computer science and the quality of the academics. I will be gratefull for any opinions or insight.
It’s been over 30 years since I attended CU Boulder, so I have no knowledge of its Comp Sci program, but I will say this: I would not allow my children to attend there! I was horrified at the ‘party scene’ - the percentage of kids doing drugs, drinking, I was the only person in my freshman dorm not drinking, doing drugs, and having sex. It was, and may still be, known as one of the top ‘Party Schools’ in the USA. I am lucky I survived it. I now have a son heading off to college this year and he will be attending WPI which we visited and which I was far more comfortable with. I know some kids will do stupid things wherever you are, but CU was an awful experience for me. I had no choice at the time. I hope it has changed for the better.
Thanks - my D visited Utah and WPI this week and is to visit CU and Georgia Tech next week. CU is beautiful but will be off the list! Also thinking Rose Hulman / U Dub.