<p>So basically, my college decision has boiled down to these two colleges, and I honestly cannot make a decision. I need some opinions on the matter.
Here's some information about me:
-From Chicago area
-Going into engineering (most likely BME)
-Want to pursue a minor in humanities (probably history)
-Quirky, band-geek type
-I expect to pay roughly the same amount at both schools</p>
<p>Help?!</p>
<p>Aren’t both the same ? There is no way to differentiate between them. You could go on a visit. Since you are from IL go with Northwestern.</p>
<p>Forbes ranking ranks Northwestern 22 whereas Washington 71. No idea why</p>
<p>Both are great. Northwestern is more artsy. WashU is known to be laid back and has a beautiful campus. My students have loved both.</p>
<p>What criteria are you using to make your choice?</p>
<p>NU engineering is more design-oriented and has one of the most established co-op programs in the country. Anything biomedical-related is a particular strength of WashU but NU’s biomedical engineering is pretty good; their website says over 70% of their undergrads participate in research.</p>
<p>NU has one of the top history programs in the country. WashU is known for having one of the best dorms/dorm food. But off-campus, Evanston/Chicago have better dining scene.</p>
<p>One has Big Ten sports and one has almost no athletic scene. If that matters to you…</p>