<p>I've been accepted to all three schools and am trying to figure out the best option for me. American was a given for me, due to its location and strength of its program, but I'm also considering the other two for different reasons. Carnegie Mellon, although it's not usually considered a good poli sci school (from what I can tell), it has strong technology/science programsgood, as I'm interested in science/tech policy and development. NYU has a slightly different focus (more academic?) for its political science program, but it's also in New York, which is a plus.</p>
<p>It'd be a great help if anyone has any thoughts on this! It's very hard for me to make up my mind, personally.</p>
<p>Depends on what you want in terms of college life. </p>
<p>American is more of a traditional college campus (correct me if I’m wrong) and competes in Division I sports. If you’re interested in Greek Life then American U. has that. I don’t know much about CM, besides their performing arts program, so I won’t comment on that. NYU is farthest from having any characteristics, besides its extreme liberalism, of a traditional university. If you want a pure urban experience then NYU may be for you. The social life between American and NYU is night and day. I heard more horror stories in making friends when it came to NYU than any other urban university that I know of. Take that as you will. </p>
<p>Also, take into account your financial situation. All three are expensive (if your savings is like most Americans) but in terms of major I don’t see you going wrong if you attend American or NYU.</p>
<p>If I were you, I would choose American. It’s located in DC, has the college vibe that the country is known for and it strong in your proposed field. I have an acquaintance who graduated from American U. with a political science degree and she really liked it, granted she has the funds to pay for it. She now works for a research corporation.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice! I was on the edge about NYU because I have a love/hate relationship with New York (the city) and they ended up offering me the least aid and I’ll definitely take your comments into consideration</p>