<p>So I’ve narrowed down my List of potential colleges to NYU and UC Davis. I was accepted into the college of arts and sciences at uc Davis and the Liberal Studies Program at nyu(which I directly applied to bc of small class sizes–this year was the first yr we could directly apply to lsp), which will eventually lead to my guaranteed transfer to CAS for the last two years. </p>
<p>I want to major in economics w a minor in philosophy. I am also planning to attend grad school… My dream school being the university of Chicago.</p>
<p>Both schools surprisingly cost the same as the UCs raised their tuition and board–being over $30,000 and nyu gave me about $16,000 in scholarships and $4000 in work study. </p>
<p>I’m very drawn to nyu bc of its location and prestige plus I’ll have unlimited opportunities to travel abroad. However, I love Davis bc it’s close to home. Nyu undoubtably has a better Econ program and can hopefully get me Ito some grad schools I’d love to attend.</p>
<p>I have to make my decision in less than 48 hours… So help me. Nyu or uc Davis?</p>
<p>Besides some of the things already mentioned, these two schools are extremely different in feel. One is in a huge, vibrant, metropolitan city. And one is near a large city but essentially in a rural, mellow, countryside setting. My daughter went to an open house at NYU when deciding where to apply to school. She decided that even though she loved the idea of going to school in NYC, she didn’t like how there is really no campus. The university buildings are spread out all over the area and there is no traditional college feel. She decided she wanted a more traditional experience with football games, school spirit, traditional campus, etc so she went to UCLA and is about to graduate. Think about what place you think you would feel more comfortable, be happier, and therefore more successful.</p>
<p>Another big thing is where would you like to work after graduating. We have found that through internships, etc (my daughter had 4 ad agency internships while at UCLA) you will make many contacts where you go to school which could help get you a job there eventually. If you think you would like to work in NY or the east coast later in life you might be better of in NY. If, on the other hand you would like to live and work on CA, then UC Davis is better a better choice. BTW, you can do amazing study abroad programs through any college. My daughter went to Paris for a fall semester and did not use a UCLA program. She found an independent program that suited her better so I wouldn’t let that be a deciding factor. If you have lived in CA your whole life it could be a very exciting experience to live in NYC for 4 years. Just know it would be VERY different from Davis and you need to be sure you are in part a city person or you will not be happy. I was born in NY and love the city but it is not for everyone. I am transferring to Davis this fall so I think both are great school…it is about where you will feel you “fit.”</p>
<p>Inquiringmind2 is spot-on regarding internships and your future jobs. Have you visited NYU yet? New York City is an amazing place, but it’s also not for everyone. The amount of opportunities there is mind-boggling though. Also, how important do you think studying close to home is for you? For some it’s essential, for others it’s a nice luxury to have, and for some they’d much rather get far, far away.</p>
<p>I actually just came back from visiting and I was won over by the city, the amount of opportunities for internships/job opportunities there, and the small class sizes. Plus I am more likely to graduate from there in 4 years. Many of my friends have taken longer than 5 years to finish in the uc system which seems like a waste of time. In short, I just sent in my SIR to nyu (: and I couldn’t be more excited! Thankyou for all of your help!!!</p>