<p>So I got accepted into both Northeastern U. and Brandeis (obviously), and I was just wondering which school would be a better fit for me, who’s planning to major in the Psych area (not too sure about the specific field tho). I think I’d be better suited for a close-knit class system like Brandeis, but I heard that the overall environment (inc. off-campus area) was better in Northeastern U, not to mention the co-op system. Personally, I’m that kind of person who is outgoing ONCE he gets to know someone. Otherwise, I can be quite reclusive, so it’d be better if the school has more friendly people. It’s just that Brandeis has a significantly higher ranking that NEU, which I <em>presume</em> asserts its superior academics to NEU, which is an aspect I value greatly. So could you please help me with choosing a college better suitable for me?</p>
<p>brandeis wins!
I almost went to northeastern but, the school has no campus and to me feels like a commuter school. </p>
<p>the co-op thing drives me nuts…when I spent time on the campus a while back and went to the graduation (for a member of the family) every other word spoken is co-op. yikeeees!
I believe that brandies would give you a great all around college exp. and prepare you for work or grad school. the only down side is the freshman triples in the dorm. (unless that does not bother you)</p>
<p>Thanks for your input!</p>
<p>I don’t believe that Brandeis has “superior” academics to NEU(although I may be a bit bias, since I did not apply to Brandeis but did apply to NEU- however, you will most likely get “Brandeis” as an answer since this is in the Brandeis forum, and the same goes for the norteastern forum.) Anyhow, since you’re a psych major, I don’t think co-op will help you as much as it may a pre- med, or an engineering student. Brandeis may be a better fit for you since it has a “close-knit community”(I haven’t researched Brandeis much so I can’t comment on that.) However, what Brandeis does lack, especially in comparison to NEU is diversity, which turned me off to the school(and I mean the lack of ethnic, socioeconomic, and - to a somewhat lesser extent- religious diversity.) If that doesn’t bother you then Brandeis may be a better fit, but I think NEU may push you out of your comfort zone and enable you to be more social upon first meeting a person- which may not be a bad thing. Good luck and keep us updated on your decision!</p>
<p>I disagree with most of what Jazmine wrote and I go to a different school entirely. I think Brandeis has much better Academics than NEU. I also think Brandeis is very, very diverse. I have visited both and have family who attended both. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. I just see it in a different way.</p>
<p>You’re right posterfan- everyone is entitled to their opinion. The most helpful advice would probably be to go and visit and see for yourself which school you could envision yourself at.</p>