I know they aren’t extremely similar but I am completely torn!!! I’d be an athlete at either (D3 or D1 respectively) and probably major somewhere in the Social Sciences (Poli Sci, Econ, Policy, something along those lines). Any input would be extremely helpful!!
For the study of government, public policy and economics, either of these schools would be an excellent choice. Outside of these fields, Hamilton’s curriculum might be more balanced and diverse, but this assessment could depend on your personal interests. The student profiles of these schools differ, with the highly selective Hamilton enrolling students who are generally more academically high achieving – though consider this a comparative statement, and not a diminishment of the excellent students at Holy Cross. In terms of national, international, ethnic and religious diversity, Hamilton might appeal more to applicants who value these qualities.
Well, Worcester is a depressed city in Massachusetts, and Clinton is a depressed small town in Upstate NY. Hamilton would probably have smaller classes, and more mentoring. Holy Cross is more locally famous than nationally. Hamilton probably has a more national/international alumni network.D3 is a better way to go for athletics in my opinion because your life is still your own, especially out of season.
With an unemployment rate below the national average and income levels substantially above national averages, charming Clinton registers as far from depressed.
http://www.bestplaces.net/economy/zip-code/new_york/clinton/13323
Clinton is lovely.
I guess we didn’t drive thru that part?
Worcester is doing well these days. Lots of college students.
Some numbers: ALANA and international students: Hamilton 31 percent; HC 26. Close enough. Are there more Catholics at HC? Umm, yeah. I will assume the “balanced and diverse” curriculum at Hamilton will not include theology/world religion.
Programs such as PoliSci and Econ are very strong at both schools.
Seriously, why would you assume that?
https://www.hamilton.edu/academics/departments/Home?dept=religious%20studies
I’ve not seen a part of Clinton that isn’t beautiful or charming, or both, so it’s not clear to me which part you could have driven through @OldbatesieDoc.
I could post pix but I didn’t take any.
@OldbatesieDoc: From what little you have said, it’s hard to say, but at this point I’d have to guess that you somehow missed Park Row entirely.
When I was at Hamilton, Intro to Religious Studies was one of the most popular classes. If you didn’t get in as a first year, forget it.
@merc81 I meant as a requirement.
I too feel like we missed the charming town of Clinton. Is Park Row the square with a few shops and the black and white cookie store? If so I’m hard pressed to call that a town, more like a block. Not un-charming just not much of anything to do there. Maybe we missed the real town!
A charming college town in my eye is Brunswick Maine.
That said, what D responded to about the Hamilton campus is that it felt like a town in and of itself. The variety of “neighborhoods”, the differently voiced eating options and the overall sense of spaciousness made it seem like you seldom need to leave.
It’s true, you seldom need to leave.
@4junior
I grew up in Maine, and have made numerous trips to Brunswick over the years. To me, Brunswick is a nice town, but feels larger, less personal than Clinton. Along with Brunswick’s indeed lovely shops and cafes on Maine Street, there are car dealerships, gas stations, fast food restaurants and the like, all nearby. Clinton, in contrast, feels like an authentic small town weekend destination, with a quaint village square, complete with local retailers and restaurants along the green.