I’m a rising senior and I need to add a few more schools to my list. I’ve researched a lot, but right now I only have 3 that I want to apply to.
I’m in love with Creighton University and Boston College. I feel meh about my state school but I’m applying to see if I can get a full ride.
Schools I crossed off my list: Villanova (too religious and just didn’t love it), UPenn, Bentley (not enough school spirit), etc.
I am looking for a school with great academics. I am planning on studying business and computer science. I also want a good level of school spirit. I would like a school in an area with stuff to do off campus.
Tons of schools have solid academics, specific to business and CS, and spirit. You’ve given two mid size jesuits, Penn and Bentley. So I assume you are looking for midsize only ? Share your #s as others have said so we can target better for you.
Maybe you’re more an Elon or Lehigh than a Duke or Miami Ohio vs a UVA, etc.
You might want to look into Butler (IN) or Marquette (WI). Also, the more information you can give us about what you’re looking for and what your academic and extracurricular background is, the better our suggestions will be.
Maybe Fordham, Richmond or Syracuse? These are expensive but can give good aid. Syracuse has a good business school and lots of spirit. Maybe not so much to do outside of campus but tons of activities and organizations. Fordham is good for business and lots to do off campus but maybe not as much spirit. Richmond is good for business and spirit.
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