<p>A forunate but tough choice. My son says he's 99% sure he wants Yale, but as a Dartmouth alumn, I really want him to visit both schools' admitted student days. He has never visited Dartmouth as a prospective student (only gone to an alumni reunion with me). (1) Help give me some 'objective' reasons it is worthwhile visiting both schools' again before he submits his choice, I think he owes it to himself (and me too) to be absolutely sure the fortune it costs for either one is a solid choice? My son seems relunctant to visit Dartmouth cause he figures I'm biased because I went to Dartmouth. But I really want him to see both schools on his own for their own merits. (2) What do you think are the pros/cons of choosing Yale vs Dartmouth?</p>
<p>I say Yale.. it doesn't matter if your son's american, but if he is international (especially colored skinned person) Dartmouth is not his choice as Dartmouth is pretty well-known for being racist.. no offense Dartmouth alumni .. lol .. I suggest Yale becuase it's Ivy and because I think your son could meet more international in Yale than Dartmouth and this could be really helpful if your son is planning on working in a global company.. (my thoughts. i would definitely go to Yale :)) everything depends on him..</p>
<p>huh???????</p>
<p>HYP,</p>
<p>And your comments are based on???? definitely not personal experience</p>
<p>Given what you have said, there appears likely no way he will attend these weekends without a pre-disposition toward Yale and if he is typical, he will be influenced by a general perception that HYPS confer a greater prestige than any other schools. Could be he will never have a fully open mind at Dartmouth if Yale is simply his dream school.That being said, even if only to satisfy the last doubt that his inclinations are valid, it makes sense to attend both weekends and experience the two communities. The undergraduate education and opportunities at either school will be amazing and fellow students at either will be engaged and interesting. But I do think, as I am sure you do as well, that there is a different feel to each campus and student body. He should experience that - Yale was definitely in the running for my d and a visit to the campus seemed to confirm that, but in the end she did not even apply as it just did not feel right for her - and Dartmouth really did. It could be the complete opposite for your son. If he has already visited Yale though and is just more excited by that environment, maybe he already knows what is right for him. If not, its definitely worth a weekend at each, in the context of a prospective student and not an alumni's child. And while he is at each school, he should check out the opportunities that are available for internships or research in the areas of his current interest.</p>
<p>Dartmouth is racist? Are you on crack?</p>
<p>I am a hispanic student at Dartmouth, and what HPM says is just wrong.</p>
<p>definitely Yale.</p>
<p>Have him visit both campuses! That's the most important tool you could have to make a decision like this. I've heard stories of people who chose Yale and regretted it.</p>
<p>Dartmouth is Ivy too...</p>
<p>Lol I am Indian...wonder where that person got that idea?</p>
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Umm... no.</p>
<p>Take him to visit Dartmouth again, have him talk to the students there and make sure he seriously considers it. Choosing a college based on prestige is a stupid idea, especially when they are both top of the line schools.</p>
<p>Personally I'd pick Dartmouth or Brown over Yale any day, as I find the environment is more enjoyable... though once again, that is just my opinion.</p>
<p>This is also undergrad, make sure he understands that. Personal happiness > a big name on a piece of paper (Yale).</p>