I’m a high school senior trying to make the decision between these two schools. At Kelley, I’d plan to major in Finance, and at Colgate, economics. Colgate is about 75k per year, and Kelley is about 55k per year. I live a 3.5-hour drive away from Colgate, and a 1:45 hr flight from Indianapolis. Which school has the best value and will help me achieve the most after college?
You would find Colgate’s style of education appealing if, along with your interest in economics and finance, you would like to explore courses across fields such as classics, religious studies, history, government, literature, astronomy, geosciences and physics (or across an equivalent array of diverse academic areas suitable to your interests).
With respect to value, you may want to read this Forbes article:
@Ryanl14 Yes, merc81 is right of course. On the other hand, if you would like to major in business, are a direct IU Kelley admit and seek to study at a highly rated undergraduate business school at a noticeably lower cost, go there.
I don’t know much about Colgate. My son chose IU Kelley (direct admit) over state school. He is in his sophomore year and quite happy about his decision.
What do you mean that you are “trying to decide”? You haven’t been accepted yet. Apply to both, see where you’re accepted, then decide. FWIW, these two schools are polar opposites in every way.
The OP would have made a decision long ago and hasn’t been on CC since last April. Closing thread.