<p>So I received the same financial aid for both of them.
25,204 for U of M with 2,660 to pay back in loans and 57,641 out of 60,141 for Cornell and I pay 2,500.
I really find no major difference in the weather, however, NY does get colder.
I made a mistake because I just visited Cornell yesterday but haven't visited UMich.
In regards to my major, they both have Biology with a Neuro concentration, but UMich's is ranked higher.
I don't want to make a mistake and choose Cornell over UMich's better program and location. Or choose UMich over Cornell's selectivity, higher status or better opportunities. Besides, I could always go to UMich's Medical School afterwards if I do choose to go to Cornell for undergrad. </p>
<p>Opinions needed please!</p>
<p>Michigan is HUGE. Cornell isn’t small, but the 7 colleges help break it down into workable parts. The whole campus is walkable. I believe Michigan is really spread out. Ann Arbor is considered one of the best college towns in the country. Ithaca is nice, in a beautiful part of the state. Everything you would need is there. Michigan has amazing Big 10 sports - they are competitive in all areas. Ivy League sports are what you make them, or they can be ignored all together. We have found people at Cornell very friendly and helpful. The kids there are very happy. Even though there are 40 fraternities, it’s really okay if you don’t do that. at Michigan, I believe there’s a bigger Greek scene. Do your research this weekend. It’s a great problem to have. My S is a freshman in engineering at Cornell. UMich was his back-up. They are both amazing, but similar. At least you have a choice that makes sense!</p>
<p>They are both excellent schools.</p>
<p>You do have a difficult choice, not having visited Michigan. It’s unfortunate, because this could have been a deciding factor.</p>
<p>My recommendation – assuming you liked Cornell when you visited, that’s where you should go. It’s the only way to guarantee that you go to a school that you think you like.</p>
<p>Speaking from experience – My daughter was accepted at Michigan. When we paid a visit, she took an instant strong dislike to the campus. She thought it was too big, didn’t want to take a bus to classes, and couldn’t wait to leave. I don’t mean this as a knock on Michigan. To be fair, most students really like the Michigan campus, and every college has students for whom it is ‘hate at first site’.</p>
<p>So, if you go to Michigan, you’ll most likely be fine, but there is always the possibility that you’ll instantly regret your decision.</p>
<p>Add to this that Cornell is widely regarded as the better school (so you’re really not giving up anything academically) – and this is the way I’d go if I were in your situation.</p>
<p>Michigan is much larger than Cornell. Cornell is far more prestigious than Michigan and can provide you with a wealth of opportunities. Cornell is absolutely great for Bio. I think Cornell is leagues better than Michigan. We are ranked 15, Michigan is a lowly 28. You can judge for yourself that the big red is the better school</p>
<p>28 is lower than 15 isn’t it? Its not dismal but its worse than Cornell.</p>
<p>Are you serious? This is Cornell we’re talking about; I agree with collegechica7, this is a no-brainer.</p>
<p>While UMich’s specific program you are interested in may be more highly rated, Cornell is overall academically superior and at the undergraduate level. You could be missing out on great educational opportunities outside your intended major. Also, how set are you on that major? Should you ever want to switch (which many do), Cornell offers better opportunities.</p>
<p>Well, some people care too much about numbers. UMich is a great school. Go there if you feel like you like it significantly better there/think that you’ll succeed there, or if you have a significantly better financial aid package. Selectivity <<<<< educational opportunities/quality < your personal choice.
- Speaking as a current Cornell student. Money is important. So are 4 years of your life that you could be enjoying. Cornell is not for the faint hearted.</p>