Transfer to Tulane, Mac, or Grinnell, or...stay???

Colleges and Universities A-Z Tulane University
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<p>So here's my dilemma. I applied to Tulane last year, got in, didnt go mostly because i didnt want to pay 40K, then applied as a transfer this year and got in. I'm hoping to get the Collegiate Achievment Award. I could probably go if I get it, but I also applied to Grinnell and Macalester, which are also both around 30K. I'm still waiting to hear from them. I really am not sure what to do if I get into all three, which I hopefully will. My brother went to Tulane and liked it, but has told me the course offerings left a little something to be desired. He loved the city of New Orleans. I'm currrently at the Univ. of Missouri-Columbia, and although i don't like the huge classes, etc., I have made plenty of friends and enjoy my social life, but most of them are overwhelmingly Missourian, and I really did want to "get out" when I went to college (not that Missouri isn't cool, I love it, but I need a change) The thing is, should I stay or go? I'm reluctant to start all over again socially, but I do want a better academic climate, with fewer huge classes, etc. My professors certainly agree with me and sympathize; they know that the Univ. isnt always great in terms of academics (although the Honors College is much better). I've always been more of a quirky kind of guy (more like the small LAC type, IMO) and I plan on majoring in history/poli sci, or MAYBE history/marketing. But I'm also reluctant to be in a rural location (Grinnell), and I do LOVE New Orleans. I dont love cold weather, but I can stand it if need be. Does anyone have any helpful comments on Tulane class sizes, offerings, the Honors program (although I did read the thread...and I do know Dean Jean, who is awesome), the social life, the campus life, etc. Please post or PM me if you can help.</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

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<p>Repeat, when do you have to give them a decision? I would recommend a trip to campus if you can manage a few days away.</p>

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<p>June 1st is the date for grinnell and Mac, and I think a little later for Tulane. I already know Tulanes campus very well, i visited my bro when he was there (about 7 times).</p>

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<p>I believe Macalester might be planning or have already decided on a much bigger than usual tuition increase so you might want to double check your numbers.</p>

<p>Also housing should be on your list of things to consider. Housing is tight on campus at Tulane. If they can;t guarantee you space will that be a problem? I don't know if that is an issue at Grinnel or Macalester. I can tell you the winters are a lot nicer in NOLA than they are in Minneapolis or Iowa. All three are good schools.</p>

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<p>Yeah, housing may be an issue at Tulane, I'll call and ask, thanks for the heads up on the Mac tuition increase.</p>

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<p>Repeat, check the housing option thread. There is some infor there that may help you.</p>

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<p>I'd go for Tulane. I was admitted to Mizzou, but I did not like it there. The school lacks regional and ethnic diversity. But Tulane is in a wonderful city with a grand history.</p>

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<p>i personal advice is to go to grinnell. </p>

<p>I'm transferring out of tulane to cornell.</p>

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<p>cha i think hnbui just likes schools that end in "ell" </p>

<p>don't listen to that punk! heheh....</p>

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<p>lol.</p>

<p>nah it's not like that at all.</p>

<p>Grinnell has a really good rep for sending alot of their students to graduate schools.</p>