<p>Hi I'm a junior in hs, and still trying to find a major and potential career before I'm a senior. I looked into both schools-Emory and Ga Tech- and found great degree programs at both and can't really put my finger on which one will prepare me the best. Firstly, I am really intent on being in public health (global) like the peace corps, then going into government like congress or presidency. So, at Emory, I could double major in Biology and International Affairs, plus I want to go to Emory's school of public health. Or, at Ga Tech, I could major in Biochemistry and International Affairs. </p>
<p>I really don't know which program would prepare me more for public health and govt offices. Honestly, whichever school sends the most money my way is in my heart.</p>
<p>I really need some guidance from alumni and students of both schools.</p>
<p>thanks to all</p>
<p>Dude, political science related programs here are extremely strong, and so is the biology program. If you aren’t interested in engineering, I think you should come to Emory as it is likely to give a stronger background in the humanities/liberal arts and a strong background in biology. Emory seems to be putting forth great effort into strengthening interdisciplinary programs/initiatives between the humanities and sciences. As for public health. That school is amazing and only getting bigger/better, and you get to have better access to it and the CDC. Both schools are awesome though. I just think Emory is more fitting in your case provided that you can afford it. It also depends on the type of learning environment. Both will be tough, but the teachers here really care about students and try as much to accommodate them as possible, making Emory rigorous, but still easier on students (in terms of stress, free-time, etc. though Tech has improved a lot in those areas from my understanding) than Tech. Faculty access and the various learning resources here make it possible for students to do really well in tough courses (this doesn’t mean you don’t have to work hard, don’t get it twisted). I think you’ll love it. Perhaps go to both schools and sit in classes pertaining to your intended major, and see which learning environment you like best. Also, campus life: Both are very active, but GT has D-1 sports that do really well, which probably contribute to what people consider more “school pride”. If the social atmosphere is extremely important to you, then Tech will win hands down, but I still believe your academic aspirations should supersede that. Anyway, good luck.</p>
<p>If you haven’t already, check out this as a sample of what’s offered in fall at Emory relating to the International Studies major. [Department</a> of Political Science](<a href=“http://polisci.emory.edu/undergraduate/IS_course_lists/iscourses-fall2010.htm]Department”>http://polisci.emory.edu/undergraduate/IS_course_lists/iscourses-fall2010.htm)</p>
<p>Also, check out Techs: [Georgia</a> Institute of Technology :: Ivan Allen College :: The Sam Nunn School of International Affairs :: Academic Programs :: Courses](<a href=“http://www.inta.gatech.edu/academic-programs/courses/]Georgia”>http://www.inta.gatech.edu/academic-programs/courses/) go here and download the pdf for Fall 2010. </p>
<p>While both have lots of courses, It seems like Emory puts emphasis on certain issues in context of things that happened/are happening in particular regions. Tech seems to do a comprehensive theoretical/ conceptual approach approach. Judge for yourself and see which style you may like better.</p>
<p>In my opinion both are strong content wise.</p>
<p>You can check out this info on Emory and the Peace Corps </p>
<p>[Emory</a> ranks among top Peace Corps schools](<a href=“http://www.emory.edu/EMORY_REPORT/stories/2010/03/22/take_note_peace_corps.html]Emory”>Emory ranks among top Peace Corps schools)</p>
<p>thanx Bernie2012 and amadani. How come the news is always concerned about healthcare or the short water supply opposed to the future of the future? Lol</p>