<p>Now if I need to make a choice between that of NYU-Poly(::</a> Polytechnic Institute of NYU :: New York's major educational resource in science and technology) and that of USC(USC</a> - University of Southern California) which one would be best.
My interests in graduation are BS in CS with Software Programming as majors. I want to do research from my sophomor year. Any help would be great!</p>
<p>How about IIT?</p>
<p>lol...I already applied for both universities! besides IITs entrances are not like SATs ;)</p>
<p>Well I'm going to Cornell U next year but I looked at both NYU and USC and I must say USC is a very impressive school that gives you the complete undergrad experience and is a fast rising national university. NYU is exciting and right in the middle of the city, but there is no campus or school unity, I'd go there for grad school.</p>
<p>Yeah the campus has got a problem! in case of NYU. beside the U is NYU-Poly(the merged engineering school for NYU)</p>
<p>NYU as in New York University? If so, then you probably should choose New York University. It's a really good school, and great location. USC... as in University of South Carolina? If so, then I wouldn't attend USC. USC... as in University of South California... New York University is ranked more prestiges I think.</p>
<p>Yeah I'll just attend New York University.</p>
<p>NYU-Poly is in Brooklyn, not Manhattan, but it's just a hop, skip, and a jump away. NYU only merged with Polytechnic recently. Before the merge, Poly was typically classified as a third tier school. After the merge, nothing has really changed except NYU has now acquired some real estate in downtown Brooklyn, where they are trying to expand. Poly students benefit somewhat from being able to take some courses in NYU, but the quality of NYU-Poly now is the same as the quality last year when it was just the Polytechnic University of Brooklyn. Don't let a name fool you.</p>
<p>^ exactally. Still a crappy program, i visited, I did not sense NYU at all. I ended up not applying even tho the counselor almost guaranteed admission.</p>
<p>@Coolbrezze - University of South*ern* California is actually ranked 6 spots above NYU (the original NYU) on the USNWR National</a> Universities Rankings - Best Colleges - Education - US News and World Report</p>
<p>The Viterbi School of Engineering is almost brand new. The resources are state of the art. There are brand new labs, classrooms, computers, etc. Also, the Computer Science (Games) major has been very popular. </p>
<p>Viterbi offers more than 30 majors within eight disciplines. There are ample opportunities for internships due to the diversity of the area and industries such as entertainment, manufacturing, medicine and electronics.</p>
<p>SC is a Pacific Rim university with many ties to Asia and numerous choices for study abroad.</p>
<p>Any ideas on both the university Libraries? NYU has got the biggest library I do not know about USC....</p>
<p>i applied to nyu-poly =(</p>
<p>as a super super super safety/back door entrance to NYU in case I am rejected.</p>
<p>"Any ideas on both the university Libraries? NYU has got the biggest library I do not know about USC...."</p>
<p>NYU does not have the biggest library. NYU's library system contains 5 million volumes. USC's library system contains 4 million volumes. So both universities have large libraries, but neither is "the biggest". In fact, neither university cracks the top 20 university library systems. In NYC alone, Coumbia's library system, which contains 9.5 million volumes, is almost twice as large as NYU's. In LA, UCLA's library system, which contains 8.2 million volumes, is more than twice larger than USC's. </p>
<p>Largest</a> U.S. Libraries - Table - MSN Encarta</p>
<p>As far as Engineering goes, it isn't a fair comparison. USC's Engineering program is good, NYU's isn't. Between those two Engineering programs, I would go for USC.</p>
<p>Polytechnic University:</p>
<p>Academics:</p>
<p>"Polytechnic University—Brooklyn is a private, “commuter-based engineering school in New York City” that boasts “top-notch” engineering, mathematics, and computer science programs. Be warned, though: Poly is hard-core. “Schoolwork and exams are crazy.” Many students “transfer after [their] first year” because they can’t hack it; only half of the students in most entering classes graduate. On the bright side, if you can handle the “very demanding” curriculum, “You leave Poly prepared for anything.” “Professors are hit or miss”: “The good professors are awesome” and “experienced in their field”; “The bad ones are really bad.” A common complaint regarding the professors at Poly is “You never know whether they’ll speak intelligible English or not.” Class sizes are “usually small,” which means you “have more chances” to ask questions and interact with professors. Students, however, are generally down on the “very unhelpful” administration, saying, “They blow through money” and “It seems like there is always something wrong with your financial aid package.”"</p>
<p>Student Body:</p>
<p>"“We are very nerdy and very Asian,” proclaims a senior at Poly. While there is quite a large Asian contingent here, the “science- and math-oriented” student population at Poly is “extremely diverse.” There are students here from almost 50 countries, but students gripe there are “very few women” from any countries. “I haven’t really seen people showing personality very visibly in the way they dress and what they look like,” observes a sophomore. “But kids are very diverse, with many interests and different backgrounds . . . as a foreigner, I [feel] like the entire world met in one place.” There are “popular and trendy people” who are “involved in lots of activities,” but “The average student is semi-social.” Some students “are exceptionally smart and dedicated to their work” but “not really amicable because of their workload.” Few students can “really balance” social and academic life. “All the students tend to get along, but there is a lot of sticking with one’s ethnic group.” There is also little social interaction “between commuters and dormers.”</p>
<p>Campus Life</p>
<p>"While “The campus could be prettier,” it has seen steady improvement in recent years. “Dorms are now right on campus” and “the main academic building has been renovated and expanded.” It feels a lot like a “brand-new school.” Overall, though, “life on campus is not that exciting,” primarily because “There is always a lot to study for.” It doesn’t help that most students “live in the city or commute.” For students who live on campus, “There’s a fair amount of drinking.” (“It’s not uncommon to become intoxicated and play video games.”) Clubs and organizations “aren’t too popular, though each has a faithful following.” Of course, “if you want to party” you can, since “Poly is located in New York City.” Some students quibble about the exact location of Poly’s Brooklyn home, the Metrotech complex. To set the record straight, the campus is within walking distance of the shops and restaurants of Brooklyn Heights. A mere 15-minute stroll leads to the Brooklyn Bridge and great Manhattan neighborhoods like Little Italy and Chinatown."</p>
<p>University Of Southern California:</p>
<p>Academics</p>
<p>"The University of Southern California boasts “a dynamic and culturally diverse campus located in a world-class city which is equally dynamic and culturally diverse.” Everything related to cinema is “top notch.” Among the other 150 or so majors here, programs in journalism, business, engineering, and architecture are particularly notable. The honors programs are “very good,” too. One of the best perks about USC is its “large and enthusiastic alumni network.” Becoming “part of the Trojan Family” is a great way to jumpstart your career because USC graduates love to hire other USC graduates. “Almost everyone talks about getting job offers based solely on going to USC.” “The school seems to run very smoothly, with few administrative issues ever being problematic enough to reach the awareness of the USC student community,” says an international relations major. The top brass “is a bit mysterious and heavy handed,” though. Also, “they milk every dime they can get from you.” Academically, some students call the general education courses “a complete waste of time.” There are a few “real narcissists” on the faculty as well as some professors “who seem to just be there because they want to do research.” Overall, though, students report that professors “make the subject matter come alive” and make themselves “very available” outside the classroom. “My academic experience at USC is fabulous,” gushes an aerospace engineering major. “I would not choose any other school.”"</p>
<p>Student Body</p>
<p>"The one thing that unites everyone here is “tons of Trojan pride.” USC students are also “intensely ambitious” and, while there are some “complete slackers,” many students hit the books “harder then they let on.” Otherwise, students insist that, “contrary to popular belief, USC has immense diversity.” “The stereotypical USC student is a surfer fraternity bro or a tan, trendy sorority girl from the O.C.” You’ll find plenty of those. Many students are also “extremely good looking.” Ethnic minorities and a high number of international students make up sizeable contingents of the undergraduate population as well. If you’re gay, you shouldn’t have any problems. “No one cares what your gender orientation is,” says a first-year student. “The only important question is whether or not you can be hooked up with.” There are “prissy L.A. types” and “spoiled” kids. In some circles, “family income and the brands of clothes you wear definitely matter.” However, “though there are quite a few who come from mega wealth, there are also many who are here on a great deal of financial aid.” There are “lots of nerds,” too, and a smattering of “band geeks and film freaks.” Most students don’t stray too far from the mainstream, though. “You have to go out of your way to find funky people,” advises a sophomore."</p>
<p>Campus Life:</p>
<p>"Students at USC complain quite a bit about their “smelly, ugly” housing. Recreation facilities aren’t much, either. “For such an athletic school, the student gym is embarrassing.” Also, students stress the fact that the area around USC is “impoverished” and “notoriously unsafe.” “People get mugged all the time.” On campus, though, life is “vibrant.” There are more than 600 student organizations. Theatrical and musical productions are “excellent.” School spirit is “extreme” and “infectious.” “Football games are huge.” “There is absolutely nothing that can top watching our unbelievable football team throttle the competition,” says a merciless sophomore. “Drinking is a big part of the social scene” as well. “We definitely have some of the sickest parties ever,” claims an impressed freshman. “Greek life is very big” and, on the weekends, a strong contingent of students “religiously” visits “The Row, the street lined with all the fraternity and sorority houses.” Students also have “the sprawling city of Los Angeles as their playground.” It’s an “eclectic place with both high and low culture and some of the best shopping in the world.” “Hollywood clubs and downtown bars” are popular destinations. Art exhibits, concerts, and “hip restaurants” are everywhere. However, “you need a car.” L.A. traffic may be “a buzz kill” but students report that it’s considerably preferable to the “absolutely terrible” public transportation system."</p>
<p>Alexandre,
SC's libraries contain over 4 million volumes. However, in this electronic age volumes only tell part of the story. Libraries also contain maps, films, DVDs, photographs and other research materials.
SC's 22 libraries have over 6 million units of microfilm and some unique collections, especially in the fields of California history, Hispanic history and Chinese history. The Louis B. Mayer collection includes over 13,000 films and documents regarding his famed career. Also, David Wolper has donated his personal archives to SC.<br>
Of particular interest is the Shoah Foundation Visual History Archive of Holocaust survivors, rescuers and historical documentation. For Californians SC is a depository of federal historial documents.
SC also has many, many other special collections which can be noted on the university website. SC does not have the largest college library, but it has unique collections which do provide research opportunities for students.</p>
<p>GeorgiaGirl, I was not referring to the importance of a university's Library content in the context of its overall quality as an academic institution. I personally do not judge a university by the size of its library. Princeton and Stanford have smaller libraries than the UIUC or UT-Austin. Few people would claim that Princeton and Stanford aren't as good as UIUC or UT-Austin. </p>
<p>I was merely correcting the statement that NYU had the biggest library.</p>
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Any ideas on both the university Libraries? NYU has got the biggest library I do not know about USC....
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You are interested in CS/software programming, right? You will be reading manuals online, not books. Why would you care about the library ... except which one has a more comfortable environment for all-nighters; or which one is open 24 hrs with the fastest broadband access.</p>
<p>Yeah but I also want to get hold of different books in different ares.</p>
<p>And what is the differnce between Tier1,2,3, and 4?</p>
<p>Pirrie your data collection was awesome! Thanks for your fabulous reply!</p>