<p>We just found Eckerd both through some stuff on US News and then through Colleges That Change Lives. My D is a jr. The school seems to really be a good fit for her. But its a long way from home here in OH.</p>
<p>Oops, the thread should be Eckerd</p>
<p>My neighbor's son attends Eckerd. He loves it there. Marine biology and similiar majors are popular. The dorms are right on the intercoastal, so very pretty. I would say it has a laid back feel, not highly competitive. But I am going on what my neighbor's son is like.</p>
<p>candace, Do you know if your neighbor has a car? Is it necessary to get around? </p>
<p>Everyone says that marine biology is popular, but actually the number of business degrees issued last year was triple the number of biology degrees.</p>
<p>I have read complaints about finding employment after gradutation years ago. I wonder if this is an issue.</p>
<p>Yes, he has a car. A car would be very useful, but I am sure you could get by without one.</p>
<p>Hmmm, I was told by a coworker that it is difficult to get around that area without a car. Thanks. BTW, this coworker does not know about the school (other than passing by), but he loves the general area. He vacations in that every year.</p>
<p>You could get rides from friends. Otherwise, yes, you do need a car to get places off campus.</p>