<p>“^that’s a really hard choice. How much cheaper? Significantly? And how “into” Gemstone are you? I wouldn’t go into major debt for MD since UNC is considered better overall, but Gemstone is something that is very enticing, you may consider taking on a minimal amount of debt.”</p>
<p>approx 2000 cheaper. i can afford each</p>
<p>“Is Gemstone something you’re really, really excited to do, or are you just excited about having the opportunity to do an extra resume boosting activity? Gemstone does not have a high retention rate because it really involves passion…you get out what you put in, etc. My bro dropped out when he learned you had to write a 20 page paper second semester freshmen year for it.”</p>
<p>^that</p>
<p>“Maybe you should look into the strength of the specific programs at UNC versus MD. As well as try to visit both campuses, and DC. See if that helps you make your decision. You never mentioned the majors/departments you were interested in…”</p>
<p>At UMD I would go in undecided engineering or com sci. At UNC I would com sci/business double major.</p>
<p>"Other programs at MD I can tell you about that you might be interested in - a program that combines engineering school students with business school students, and you come up with the idea for an invention/start up company/etc. Pretty cool. "</p>
<p>That actually does sound good. Hadn’t ever heard of that</p>
<p>I have visited both schools, I like UNC more as a campus and I’ve never heard of anyone not liking UNC. It’s looking like a May 1st decision</p>