Help! Why Vanderbilt for me!

Colleges and Universities A-Z Vanderbilt University
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<p>I know this isn't your job. I'm sorry. I'm applying as a definite math major and maybe Japanese, German, or history minor (possibly double major though) to the College of Arts and Sciences. The definite reason I've chosen Vanderbilt is that I have a chance of affording it. I haven't really had the luxury of picking schools because their atmosphere 'feels' right and that sort of thing. I've read the viewbooks, been on a campus visit, and corresponded a little with admissions officers, but I can't think of a reason why Vanderbilt is good for me besides that I could possibly afford it. When I think about what is unique about Vanderbilt I always think of the 'work hard, party hard' ethic that everyone there seems to hold to. I'm not a partier. My idea of high fashion is new workout pants.</p>

<p>What makes Vanderbilt's math and science programs unique? What does it have to offer to a small-town parochial school (the fundamentalist type) nerd with interests in foreign languages, comparative religion (especially Buddhism), philosophy, history, classical music, track, outdoor sports, and math?</p>

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<p>tons of people have the problem you're having about why they like a certain college, but giving the college a good reason other than the obvious; I know it's hard, but keep working on it...explore their website, and you'll find something that stands out to you</p>

<p>As you said, it's not our job. NO ONE is going to tell you why their math/science programs are unique--they're usually unique for different reasons; what I think is cool might be completely ordinary and daily to you (for example, SNOW ROCKS! however, hurricanes suck!)</p>

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<p>hey i second that hurricanes suck!!</p>

<p>and snow is the coolest</p>