Duke or Northwestern?

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<p>I'm considering to ED for Duke or Northwestern since I am not THAT strong an applicant, and EDing will increase my chances. I'm probably going to study economics or political science. Which school would be better? I know its a really vague question (people may ask 'better in what way?'), but hear me out:</p>

<p>Duke is one of the top universities, and its economics is good and popular among its undergraduates. I hear of its amazing campus, and the Blue Devils are amazing every single year (I hope Duke gets to the Final Four this year and doesn't win... so Austin Rivers will be back as a sophomore!). But I unfortunately don't know that much about the university.</p>

<p>As for Northwestern... all I know is that its a really good school!</p>

<p>Could people give me the pros and cons of each school? Much appreciated!</p>

<p>(if you are going to ask for sources for my above statements, they are all what I hear)</p>

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<p>You shouldn’t apply ED just to increase your chances. It should at the very least be one of your top choices, not just based on reputation. Make sure you visit both schools. Personally, Northwestern is my top choice, since I’ve been a Tar Heel living in Chapel Hill and wouldn’t be able to stand going 10 miles down I-40, but I won’t be applying ED because I’m aiming for a dual degree.
I suppose Duke has better athletics if you’re into of that thing. From what I’ve heard, Northwestern has better financial aid, but results may vary. Northwestern’s got great music, and it’s near Chicago. Unfortunately, Duke is puke, make of that what you will. (Just poking fun, it’s a good school).</p>

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<p>I’d say don’t apply ED to a school you haven’t even visited.</p>