Hi everyone,
I was just wondering if anyone could speak about any notable differences they’ve observed in these school’s social scenes. I know they are all semi-greek based (depending on the person you are), very academic, and fairly into sports culture (with varying degrees ofc), but I always thought that at the end of the day these universities attract the same type of candidates and are therefore, similar schools socially.
Correct me if I am wrong (which I very well could be)
This is mostly true. I have personally visited and have friends at all three schools and from what I have found the student bodies are relatively similar if you look at their social perspectives. All have an active Greek scene, though I have heard Northwestern may not have as prevalent as the other two (still excellent though). Sports play a huge part in all three, and I would say for Penn it deviates a little towards the pro teams in Philly since your right across the river from Center City. Academics wise Northwestern and Duke are two of the most similar schools you can find, Penn is definitely similar too but it also has a lot of special programs (Nursing, Wharton) that does make the social culture a tad different from Duke or Northwestern’s. Hope this helps