<p>My D got into both. She is Asia Canadian right now studying in Asia thus no chance to visit the colleges. She is thinking business +environment sciences. </p>
<p>On paper, the education quality in both school are at similar level. </p>
<p>How they are comparable interms of education and job opps. Being a Asia Canadian in W&L, is it a problem?</p>
<p>The two schools are both very good, but like an apple and orange. </p>
<p>W&L is small town rural and small in size. </p>
<p>Emory is close-in suburban Atlanta and is more of a true “university” with med school, law school, graduate business school, etc. But, it is still manageable in size. </p>
<p>They both have good programs in the areas you mention. Emory, with its massive sciences might have somewhat stronger environmental studies.</p>
<p>Being a student from Canada would not be a problem at either school. </p>
<p>The major difference would be that there are not many Asian students (of any background) at W&L while they are very well-represented at Emory. If having a good-sized affinity group based on ethnic/racial identity makes a difference to your D then Emory might be a better fit. </p>
<p>Also, W&L kids tend to be reasonably social so if your D is a quiet introvert Emory may be a better fit as well.</p>
<p>W&L would be somewhat more moderate politically than Emory though neither school is a hot-bed of political activity. Both have big pre-professional student bodies so protesting is selective not constant.</p>
<p>W&L students do quite well after graduation. It has a strong alumni network and they are helpful in job hunting. </p>
<p>Emory’s alumni are not as tight knit but still provide networking opportunities.</p>
<p>Thanks general77. My D now has basically (95%) selected W&L. She does not think ethnic identity is a factor in the college selection (even me do). The two schools are probably on par academically. She likes the “personality” of W&L, such as honor systems, greek life concept and the tradition. Emory is a good school but lacks the “unique” points, in her view.</p>
<p>@Canasia2014, congrats on your daughter’s admission. If she decides to attend W&L then I would highly recommend one of the Pre-Orientation trips if her schedule permits. It is a great way to meet other classmates in an informal atmosphere, and in many cases have friendships already established before the first week on campus. </p>
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