Decision: UM or SBU?

College Search & Selection
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<p>Hi,</p>

<p>I'm a sophomore at a community college in the panhandle of Idaho, and was recently accepted to University of Miami and Stony Brook University for the spring 2015 semester. Which sounds better suited for me?</p>

<p>I'm a philosophy major on the pre-med track. I have well-rounded and varied interests (music, chinese studies, philosophy, chemistry, etc) and love discussion-based classes and hate big classes. I like being physically active, reading, and partying hard as well.</p>

<p>I don't have any preference for weather (I've dealt with both Miami hurricanes and Idaho winters).</p>

<p>Ultimately, what is better for academics?</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

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<p>money is not object?</p>

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<p>@jkeil911 No, money wouldn’t be an issue. I’d be out of state for SBU so the difference wouldn’t be too significant, anyways.</p>

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<p>Go to the U. It seems better suited for you and is overall a great school</p>

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<p>We live in the town next to Stony Brook. For what you want and the social life, Miami is the clear choice. Son graduated Miami and went on to a top grad school. (Philosophy minor.) Good merit awards at Miami so it may be less than you think. Good luck to you!</p>