Lehigh vs George Washington

College Search & Selection
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<p>I am debating whether to go to Lehigh or George Washington University. I'm not sure which one is better overall. I plan on majoring in Political Science and Economics or Economics and Finance. With that, I know I will eventually change my major all together so which college would be the best fit for that also. Academic, social, financial wise - which college would be better?</p>

<p>Price (According to NPC on College Board)
-Lehigh - $11000 (I have to pay)
-GWU - $17000 (I have to pay)</p>

<p>Location
-Lehigh - Bethlehem (suburb)
-GWU - Washington D.C. (city)</p>

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<p>If I were majoring in science or engineering I’d pick Lehigh. If I were interested in Poli Sci or economics etc. I think GWU is a better choice.
In any case, I would prefer to live in D.C. rather than Bethlehem.
But I can’t tell you which one fits you better…</p>

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<p>not sure about GW but Lehigh has a good business school (finance)</p>

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<p>If you are happy with an urban school and can afford it, DC is a great place to live and study. Decent weather most of the year, lots of internship opportunities and faculty who are well-connected. Unless you are keen on living in PA, I can’t see the advantage Lehigh would provide (other than on cost).</p>

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<p>Both are really good schools. A lot would depend on where you want to live and what type of campus experience you are looking for. I would probably give the nod to GW --if you are interested in poly sci and hope to get internship experience, then DC would be a great location. However, if you want a more traditional campus with sports etc. or if finances are a major consideration (looking at your numbers above) , then Lehigh might be the better choice. Spend time at both schools and see where you feel most comfortable. No bad answer here.</p>

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<p>For politics, GW is the clear winner for academics. Their department is quite good. But if you’re unsure of your major, then neither school is really ahead of the other.</p>

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<p>Apples and oranges. Have you visited? Totally different environment/culture</p>

<p>I can’t imagine Lehigh over GW for poli sci the same way I couldn’t imagine GW over Lehigh for science or engineering.</p>

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<p>I was at the open house today for Lehigh and I went to the discussion by the dean of the College of Business and Economics… I was really impressed by the dean’s speech as well as the finance professor’s speech.</p>

<p>They seem to stress that the CBE is strongest in finance and accounting. Just something to keep in mind.</p>