<p>lottastrikes, hmm, tough question. Personally, and I am talking personally, I would go to the school that seems better academically ( on paper) from the one that gives a better social vibe. To me, school is about learning and developing critical thinking and reading skills. If you are majoring in a vocationally oriented field such as screenwriting, engineering, art etc…, I would pick the school that had the best program…period!</p>
<p>Yes, a social life is also important;however, your son doesn’t have to be a commited Tar Heel to have good friends and a social life. I guess, from what you have said, I would take UNC that has the major that your son wants and not the school that has a minor in what your son wants. I am sure others may disagree with this post,which makes life so interesting.</p>