I’m going to be a freshman in fall and decision day is coming up soon. I’m planning on going into biology/biochemistry and probably plan on becoming a PA.
-Macaulay at CCNY
Pros:
Macaulay benefits (free tuition all 4 years, free laptop, $7500 in study abroad)
In NYC, so better opportunities.
Cheaper than other schools
Cons:
Unsure about prestigiousness/reputability
Still under the CUNY system
Unsure about whether or not education will be up to par
Have to dorm there, ~16k a year
No typical college experience
No meal plan
Commuter school
-Stonybrook
Pros:
Better college experience
More well-known in the sciences
Many high school friends are going there
Has a good PA program
Next to a hospital
Cons:
~25k first year tuition+room and board
Location in isolated suburban part of Long Island.
Commuter school
-Northeastern
Pros:
Most reputable/prestigious out of the others
Great co-op program
In Boston, so good opportunities
Great college experience
Cons:
~70k tuition+room and board (unsure if financial aid appeal will go through)
I am down for any advice ASAP.