<p>I would study international studies at Fordham.
At Binghamton I got into the SOM and plan to double major in business and political science concentrated on global studies. I'm torn between the two. I live in NYC so I'd commute two hours everyday to and back from Lincoln center. But I know there are great internships here,and I love my city. However, I don't want to stay home; I still want the full college experience, and I like Binghamton, but the surrounding area is frightening since I'm accustomed to the city. I would go to Fordham if I could dorm there maybe, but I don't have the money for that. On the other hand, I know that Binghamton's SOM is really good. I can't decide. Money isn't an issue for now. (if I commute to
Fordham)</p>
<p>Since you would like to have the full college experience, go to Binghamton. You have two good choices educationally, but I think your choice is already clear from your post. “I like Binghamton.” “I want the full college experience.” “I know that Binghamton’s SOM is really good.” You say money isn’t an issue, but it is, because it’s preventing you from living on campus at Fordham.</p>
<p>The only negative you’ve expressed about Binghamton is that “the surrounding area is frightening,” by which I assume you mean “it’s in the middle of nowhere.” Leaving NYC for college is hard for most people who grow up there. I know, because I did it. We feel we’ve grown up in the center of the universe, and it’s hard to give that up. But if you go to Binghamton, you’ll be on a vibrant campus with plenty to do during the semester. You won’t be that far from home, so you’ll be able to return on breaks, and you’ll have chances to intern in the city during those times. </p>
<p>Both your choices here are excellent. Whichever choice you make, it won’t be the wrong one. But reread your own post, and see if it doesn’t tell you which way to go.</p>
<p>I would stay in NYC because I believe there is nothing better than the city. It gives you the most oppertunities for internships and things like that. Also, for international business I think NYC is the places to be! </p>
<p>I understand though your want to get away and have a full college experience. I think your experience will be what you make it if you stay in the city however. If you choose to spend time with friends at LC and get involved in clubs, you will still have a good college experience.</p>
<p>see my response to the Fordham v. Manhattan College comparison. It applies here as well. </p>
<p>I love Fordham. But its not about me or others. Its about you. Its about personal growth and opportunity. And finally, are you planning on attending graduate school? How do your finances fit into that? And you can attend graduate school in NYC (so many choices: Fordham, NYU, Columbia, Hunter College, CUNY, and many more)</p>
<p>I do want to go to graduate school. I know that Binghamton has an accelerated program to get your master’s degree in 5 years rather than 6. With Fordham I’ll be paying 12,000 a year so yes, I think I’ll have money for grad school. I still have to wait to see how much Binghamton gives me first. I was thinking about that too, I can always go to graduate school here and get internships then.</p>
<p>Hi</p>
<p>Wow. Another apples to oranges comparison. Both are terrific schools. OK, some highlights of the pros and cons of each:</p>
<p>Size: SUNY-Binghamton (SUB) is a mid sized state school on a large campus (15,00 students). SUB has 6 schools,
Fordham (FU) mid size school over 3 campuses (15,000 students), FU has 10 schools
Cost: SUB-state, almost 1/2 the cost of FU-private</p>
<p>Class size: SUB has much larger intro classes (30-100), FU smaller (25-50)</p>
<p>Professors: both excellent with over 90% of instructors holding PhDs. Both are High Research universities per Carnigie</p>
<p>Both offer 5-year masters programs in different fields (i.e. 5 year MBA programs)</p>
<p>Location: SUB-upstate NY, rural. FU, urban, but Rose Hill campus gothic and beucolic </p>
<p>General Reputations: SUB now considered by some “Public Ivy”. FU long considered “Catholic Ivy”. Both excellent.</p>
<p>USN&WR Ranking: FU-68th, SUB-89th</p>
<p>Both really good choices, both very different. I hope you make the choice that makes you happy.</p>
<p>Great choices. But monetary differential even if you commute…eek. My son loved, loves Fordham, also considered another local school. But he wanted to go away for college, so that 's what he did.</p>
<p>Fordham Rose Hill (the main undergraduate campus) is about 5500 students. I dont know what Suny-Binghamton has for undergrads. </p>
<p>Many classes at Fordham have 20 or fewer kids. Faculty know you personally and mentor you. Can’t speak to Binghamton because I just dont’ know.</p>
<p>Fordham is Jesuit. That is ethos and ethics and a high degree of respect from the business community/outside world.</p>
<p>Sorry: I made a litle mistake wirh I posted here so allow for a corrrection:</p>
<p>USN&WR Ranking: FU-58th (not 68th), SUB-89th</p>
<p>I’m a Fordham (Rose Hill) student and I absolutely love Fordham. But I was fortunate enough to get housing and to get enough $ to afford to live on campus. I also wanted the “full college expereince” as you call it – if I couldn’t have lived on campus here I would have likely chosen to attend another university. As much as I love Fordham, if you want to leave home and have the experience of living on campus, I’d suggest you go to SUNY-Binghamtom – I have two friends who are very happy there and the school is very well respected. Despite your comment, money IS an issue since you can’t afford to dorm at Fordham.</p>
<p>If you have any doubts, take the time to visit the two schools again before you make a decision. You have two really good choices so you need to decide which overall experience will work the best for you.</p>
<p>GREAT advice spirit77! I always tell kids NEVER pick a school to apply to without visiting it first. Some kids go to a school with less aid than what was offered by another because they really want that school. Other kids must go to the least expensive school they can. Every case is different.</p>
<p>Chirishsarah, as I offered on your Theater minor post, best of luck and may you pick the school that will make you happiest!</p>