Yes, I plan to live on-campus wherever I end up going! The campuses of both of these schools are breathtaking in their own respects. Definitely not used to the air in NYC, though.
I have heard of the study abroad program (I believe everyone is required or suggested to do one year abroad?) and I find it very interesting, especially because I have some interests in learning a language. Speaking of which, I’ve also heard they have an amazing language program.
I have heard of how good the music program is, but didn’t know of all the extra opportunities that you mentioned so I definitely appreciate hearing that. Same goes for the IMP and artistic opportunities. I just knew they had a few drawing classes and assumed it would be a “pick-up-your-basics-and-transfer” situation. I’ll have to delve a bit deeper than I have and continue working through the back-and-forth I have with the professor at the school who’s helping me through my application process, but it’s really helpful to see all these opportunities laid out for me.
I definitely appreciate the informative and (perhaps unintentionally) reassuring answer though. It’s helped me sort of level things out in my head and calm down a bit mentally, so thank you!