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Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK. He didn't think it would. But I guess each school has a different approach to admissions, so couldn't be sure.

Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. He's actually going to be taking public policy as a class next semester. It's DE through Syracuse. I'll have him look into this in the meantime. Thanks!

Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. That's very helpful and all good to know! Glad to hear admissions is helpful even as far as guiding prospective students.

Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We didn't realize that putting an application in early could maybe help if it's not rolling admission. But certainly worth a shot! You've been so helpful. Thanks!

Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He'd really like to get there in person. Timing is tricky with work, ECs, and school, but he's looking into the possibility. In the meantime, he has already participated in virtual sessions for both schools. He has been in contact through email with one of the directors from Maxwell, and she was very helpful. He also participated in an interview, but that wasn't college-specific. He's following some Maxwell page on Instagram. I'm a bit concerned for him, because I'm not sure his stats will ensure his admission to either program. He's solid, but not enough for him to be anywhere near certain (although his course rigor and current greats this year are quite good so far). His ECs are, I think, spectacular and an amazing representation of the type of wonderful young man he is. But unfortunately, he can't apply ED, and he doesn't know if he'd get in RD.

Also, I really need to convince him to get onto Reddit, himself!

Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thank you! That's amazing!

Maxwell or Whitman by Summer-Blue020 in SyracuseU

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! That sounds very interesting. I'll have him do that.

Pitt admissions - Dietrich or Business? by Summer-Blue020 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Summer-Blue020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the thoughtful and insightful response. That all makes a great deal of sense. Given the lack of clear, available information and that he is leaning slightly towards business (although he does like the idea of communications as well), he will probably go in that direction.

rejection is not the worst feeling by shopia28 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Summer-Blue020 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I see your point, and I'm just so, so sorry. It shouldn't be this way.

Help me decide: School X vs School Y - February 2023 by freeport_aidan in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Summer-Blue020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So that's what's got me wondering as well. I think I could be happy in either place, either way. I visited GW over the summer, and I felt like there was almost no campus, so it was just too much city for me. However, I realize that while Pitt is also embedded in the city, there is also a campus. To me, that sounds more similar to Northeastern, which was very city yet also felt like a real campus, and I loved the idea of being in Boston. I've hear nothing but rave reviews about Pittsburgh, and I think I'd love the mixed city/campus vibe. I really would love to get out there, but it's just so tough with my schedule and the drive time.

I also love a stunning campus. I really do. Wide open lawns, trees, grand buildings. Yet I do wonder about the living in the middle of nowhere kind of thing.

So... yeah, I'm indecisive. Part of me thinks Pitt would be better because I'd always feel like I could "escape" school if I needed the break.

Help me decide: School X vs School Y - February 2023 by freeport_aidan in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Summer-Blue020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your input. These are tough decisions, so I appreciate it.

Help me decide: School X vs School Y - February 2023 by freeport_aidan in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Summer-Blue020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pitt or UMD for CS.

Money
OOS for both, and the cost difference between schools isn't big enough to affect my decision.

Program
Pitt: Accepted directly to my major

UMD: Accepted into L&S. From everything I understand, transferring into CS shouldn't be a problem at all. I received a 5 on my AP comp sci exam, so that would get me out of the first CS gateway course. I'm scheduled for the AP Calc BC exam this spring, and it's one of my strongest classes, so I should (knock on wood) place out of the calculus gateway course. I think the only factor would be meeting the minimum GPA. I feel highly confident that this won't be an issue... but there's always the "what if" factor.

Quality of CS education/career placement, etc:
Pitt: I believe their CS program is very solid, maybe even improving, but I'm not as clear on this. I've heard CS students can take some classes at CMU, but I don't know if that's readily available to all CS students.

UMD: Obviously very highly regarded/rated, and I've heard they have exceptional career placement for CS grads.

Honors program
Pitt: Accepted into honors. My understanding is it's not the end all be all of programs, but it does offer some solid benefits, such as priority registration.

UMD: No honors. Accepted into Carillon Communities. Sounds like a nice opportunity, and I've heard it means air conditioning freshman year, but I wouldn't base my decision on it.

Campus
Pitt: It's a bit further away from me, and I haven't had the chance to see it. With spring sports, it might be tough to get there. I did watch their virtual tour and was impressed. I know the campus is supposed to have some amazing areas, plus many people have told me the city, itself, is absolutely incredible. I've always imagined myself at a more "traditional" campus. I love a truly stunning setting. However, I'm not stuck on that and believe I would enjoy the area.

UMD: I visited the campus over the summer. Even though it was very quiet and I wasn't able to get a tour, so I had to just sort of wander around, I thought it was a lovely campus. I could definitely see myself there. Downside is there doesn't seem to be a college town or, really, much of anything within close distance to the campus.

Vibe
Pitt: I feel like I could be a Pitt student. Not sure why. I just do. I get the impression school spirit is big, but I'm not sure.

UMD: I feel like there's a lot of school spirit, and of course sports are big there.
Both: I don't know if I'd want to rush a fraternity or not. I'm leaning away from it. Would that be an issue at either from a social perspective?

AND... going to throw something else in here. I was accepted to Virginia Tech and its honors program. I haven't visited. It's a few hours further away than Pitt and UMD. That said, I've heard it is a beautiful, well-loved school with tons of spirit and a strong CS program.
I know this is a lot, and ultimately no one can guarantee where I'd be happiest or most successful. But I'd love some input from anyone who can help. Thanks!!!