<p>I've been accepted to Bard, Connecticut College, Emory, LMU in LA (honors program), U of Richmond, Scripps, Skidmore and Trinity College. Realistically, I'm debating between Emory (which has excellent programs for my interests, but I haven't visited yet) and Scripps. </p>
<p>A bit about me:
-I'm not really into the party scene and would prefer a "calmer" campus
-I am a humanities-focused type of person and am considering a major in English. Alternatively, I am considering majoring in business because I hope to work in the arts management field (I am also a very serious dancer).
-I don't play sports (unless you count dance) and am not super into watching athletics. I would prefer an "artsy-er" school.
-I felt "lost" when visiting very large universities (I don't know how Emory compares) and think I prefer a smaller or medium sized school.
-I'm moderately liberal and come from a liberal town in California</p>
<p>While I am slightly opposed to remaining in California, Scripps is a very good fit for me personality-wise. I really enjoyed my tour and felt very at home. Emory, however, has a very good reputation and has many more resources. Thoughts? </p>
<p>Also (I know this might not get any replies because it's very specific), if there are any dancers (or current dance majors) out there, what have you heard about the dance programs at both of these schools? Are there strong student-run dance clubs? </p>
<p>Thanks so much!</p>
<p>My daughter and I just visited Scripps today. I don’t know much about Emory, but you really sound like a perfect fit at Scripps. My D loved it – it has gone to the top of her list. The peaceful and serene campus, the small, cozy feel, the mellow atmosphere and the liberal politics are all exactly what she wants. If you, too, felt very at home there, I would not discount that just for Emory’s reputation.</p>
<p>She is a ballet dancer too, so we asked about dance and were told that between Scripps and Pomona there are a ton of dance classes. I don’t think the performing opportunities are that strong – it sounds like it would be just small performances within the colleges – so if that’s important to you, maybe see what Emory has to offer. It looks like the only competition opportunities for dance are in ballroom dancing, which is apparently quite competitive. But if you live for the stage performance aspect of ballet, with large audiences and recognition beyond the school community, it doesn’t look like Scripps has that.</p>
<p>I’m not familiar with Emory’s dance major but here’s a link to the program: <a href=“Error 404 | Emory University | Atlanta GA”>Error 404 | Emory University | Atlanta GA;
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While plenty of students at Emory party (like at almost every residential college in the country), it’s certainly not a party school. You’ll have plenty to do if you don’t drink. </p>
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Both of which are strong programs at Emory. The business school also offers a concentration in arts management. </p>
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Emory is a D3 school and lacks a major spectator sport scene. Students are far more likely to turn out en masse for a dance performance, play, or acapella showcase than they are for a basketball game. The lack of sports derived school spirit is actually somewhat of a source of pride among many students, so much so that the Emory Bookstore even sells a popular shirt which proclaims “Emory Football. Undefeated Since 1836” (Emory does not have a football team). Keep in mind that if you do want to go to a few games a number of students come out to basketball, soccer, and volleyball matches. I actually prefer the smaller student section to a massive roaring football stadium of 86,000 (I worked as Oxford College’s mascot before transferring to a state school for major related reasons). </p>
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Emory is a medium sized school which functionally has less than 7,000 undergrads on the Main campus. It’s a medium sized school and unless you spend all day on the 9th floor of the Woodruff library, you’re basically guaranteed to run into people you know. </p>
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I’m also a liberal from California although I’m from a more conservative (at least by California standards) city. Emory is an environmentally aware campus with a huge culture of volunteering. Though Emory does have a fair contingent of conservatives, most students are left of center. The only thing you can’t be at Emory is a homophobe. </p>
<p>Thank you so much dustypig and whenhen for answering! Your information has been very helpful in my decision. I visited both schools this past week and, although each has amazing opportunities, have decided to attend Scripps next year!</p>
<p>Yay! Maybe my D will go there in 2015 and the two of you may have some dance classes together! (Is your real first name Sabrina?)</p>
<p>@dustypig‌ Yes, it is my real name. I might be taking a gap year too (to dance), so there’s a possibility I might be there in 2015 as well!</p>
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