I’m trying to decide between these two schools. I would ultimately like to attend a good grad school, and potentially follow a pre med path. I want a good combination of strong academics and a good student culture and social scene. Also if anyone knows anything about the grade deflation at BU/if it would hurt my chances at medical school please let me know. As of now I’m leaning toward BU, but what I’ve heard about grade deflation and the price tag are the only things holding me back.
Are the schools equally affordable?
@happy1 No, BU would be more expensive.
Based on your brief sketch — particularly noting your intended major and the suggested price difference — I’d give the edge to UMass in this comparison.
I am surprised that BU even after all these years still has grade deflation. The nightmare when our management professor told us only one can get an A in his class. I would go with UMass save the money for grad school.