<p>Pizzagirl, that is my point. Graduates from other expensive international high schools are quite proud whether they are going to an Ivy League school or a state school. The only way I can prove this statement is by backing it up with data provided by the schools.</p>
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<p>I would think that a bachelor of science in a STEM field would be more highly prized, all other things being the same, due to its advanced rigor/greater depth. On the other hand, having a bachelor of arts in the field would be stronger than just having a minor. I would go with the bachelor of science in one’s primary field and the bachelor of arts in the secondary one. Also note that in the general job market today resumes are often screened by computer for keywords before anyone even bothers to look at them; so if bachelor of science is a keyword phrase, you need to have it on your resume to even be seen. But having a bachelor of arts in addition to a bachelor of science would only help you.</p>
<p>Some bachelor degrees are not worth too much by themselves; those hiring are usually seeking advanced degrees. I think that’s often the case with math and physics degrees. CS and applied math, on the other hand, are highly marketable in and of themselves while laying the groundwork for acceptance into a highly-ranked graduate program if and when desired.</p>
<p>cobrat - It’s probably a bit late for that as I think most people know where I’m heading, haha. I’m sure they would at a loss for words, though. </p>
<p>BeanTownGirl - Funnily enough, I actually studied that poem last year. Thank you for the advice! Although I do believe there is sometimes a tone of regret or wistfulness in that poem…I hope it will make all the difference, in a good way.</p>
<p>whoopdeedoo - Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll definitely be picking up a few for my family, but doubt I’ll have the funds to buy a huge batch though, haha. </p>
<p>bookworm - CalTech is amazing! I wouldn’t be surprised if someone turned down HYP for it. It does seem that to those who know it, it’s absolutely amazing, but those who don’t, really don’t know anything about it. My mom and I were both very impressed by one student who went there last year, but one parent had never even heard of it and asked if it was a good school. I can’t believe that the principal didn’t know CalTech, though!</p>
<p>Just out of curiosity (and I hope you dont’ mind me asking) - what did your son end up specializing in?</p>
<p>Enjoy Brown. The people who know schools only by name are not worth your time or energy.</p>
<p>bookworm/Pizzagirl - I thought the “worm” was cute, haha. At least in the context of your UN. What used to throw me for a loop was DS and DD…took me a while to realize what they meant. This is the only place I’ve ever seen those used. And my mom often calls us “little buggers” (but in a different language).</p>
<p>cobrat - “As I said, high school culture may also play a huge role.”</p>
<p>^ I think that’s very much true. Most people here seem to apply to the same schools. </p>
<p>LoremIpsum - “Really? The way I heard it, you should always hire them as teenagers while they still know everything.”</p>
<p>Of course 
That’s what middle school and high school are for - to teach us everything about life so we will be set by high school graduation.</p>
<p>whoopdeedoo - Whoa. New piece of knowledge. I’ve only heard great things about Big Bang Theory, but I didn’t realize it took place in a college, much less at CalTech.</p>
<p>Sorghum/Pizzagirl - I believe it could happen anywhere, but I do also think it happens more frequently here (and I’m not trying to bash Asian culture either, of course, as there are many great things about it, but I think it’s true). It’s sad to hear that it is happening even more often than I thought though.</p>
<p>Krlilies - Thank you for taking the time to show me the data. A lot (I suppose most) of my peers are going to state schools/other big research universities (and a few LACs) as well, so those lists seem very similar to my own school…but it makes me a bit more confused as to why so many people around me don’t know of more US schools.</p>
<p>LoremIpsum - Ah, thank you. That makes a lot more sense now. I think I’ll try looking into doing a BS and a BA if I’m able to take on the courseload and finished my requirements. </p>
<p>It’s highly unlikely that I’ll be pursuing math or physics for a degree, and highly likely that I’ll need to find employment before going to grad school, so that’s good information to have.</p>
<p>Like most here it is hard to imagine not being thrilled if your son or daughter were to Attend Brown. A truly outstanding college that permits young people to be who they are. To not respect or appreciate Brown is ignorant as others have said.
You will have an exceptional learning experience! Go there and have the time of your life!
The cultural baggage is their problem not yours.</p>
<p>“but it makes me a bit more confused as to why so many people around me don’t know of more US schools.”</p>
<p>I think the point we’ve been trying to say, nik, is that it doesn’t MATTER whether those around you know of certain schools or not. Brown is an excellent school because it just IS, by any objective standard. It doesn’t become more excellent if everyone in your school bows down to you for going there or whether no one around you has heard of it at all. What other people think just isn’t of consequence.</p>
<p>Lighten up! D already bought a tee saying “it’s in St. Louis, dammit!” and embraces the humor of the situation.</p>
<p>GreatKid - Thank you! I think I will enjoy it.</p>
<p>Pizzagirl - Oh! Yes, I understand what you’re saying and appreciate it. I think you misinterpreted what I said though, in response to the data posted. Like you, I didn’t fully understand exactly what the purpose was, and was just trying to say that from my experiences, there isn’t a great deal of correlation between matriculation lists at international schools in Asia and perception of US schools in Asia. It was just an observation, as (thanks to all your help) I (believe I) am healthily learning to move past the judgment of those around me :)</p>
<p>Kennedy2010 - LOL, that tee is awesome. And will take your advice!</p>
<p>I grew up in Hong Kong. One of my ex-roommate’s friends transferred from Harvard to Brown. I was not shocked or surprised, if that makes you feel better.</p>