Tufts vs Vassar - Where to transfer from NYU?

Transfer Students
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<p>I spent my freshman year at NYU, and decided to transfer for a few reasons (I love NYC, but I can live there later on in life - now is the only time to be an undergrad; I felt lost in a huge student body in a huge city; no campus means non-traditional campus life - you're more or less on your own to find activities, socializing, etc.). I applied to some smaller schools with a more traditional campus and greater sense of community. </p>

<p>I'm now deciding between Tufts and Vassar. Any advice, recommendations, etc. are greatly appreciated. Here is my current thinking so far - feel free to correct or put a different spin on any of the concerns I have. Thanks!</p>

<p>TUFTS
Advantages:
-Larger student body with different types of people
-Huge array of activities
-Nearby Davis Square is a neat area</p>

<p>Concerns:
-Majors would be good for me but not ideal
-Proximity to Boston takes away from on-campus life (?)</p>

<p>VASSAR
Advantages:
-Small class sizes
-Majors I'd be happy with (Urban studies and geography)
-Gorgeous campus</p>

<p>Concerns:
-Isolated campus
-Too small?
-Attracts a certain 'set' of people - not sure if I'd fit in</p>

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<p>Maybe you should visit those two campuses to see how you feel. Also, go on to College *******, I think the may have reviews from students who actually go there… you know what I mean? I’m trying to transfer myself, I can honestly say you may transfer more than 3 times in your undergrad career, this is my 2nd time good luck!!</p>

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<p>Ask some posters on CC who go to each respective school about their experiences. I know tsakashvili and Atomspatz both post on this forum and are transferring from Vassar. They should be able to offer you insight about the strengths and weaknesses of Vassar, as well as the validity of your concerns.</p>