<p>texasco2013-What do you mean by “best” school they could get into? According to what? some artificial ranking system? Some people chose Fordham over NYU because they are turned off to the lack of traditional campus at NYU (BTW I love NYU personally). Of all the schools you mentioned Fordham (in the Bronx) has the most traditional campus feel. Some people may chose Fordham over the others because they want a Jesuit-influenced education. Some may chose Fordham for some of it’s specific programs. Did you know that Fordham has a very selective dance program in cooperation with the famous Alvin Ailey dance group? Did you know that Fordham has a very well known sports broadcasting program? I could go on. I agree with ivyleaguer. Fordham is more personal and might be a better choice for undergrad and McGill for grad, assuming you have the money for a private school undergrad education.</p>