It turns out I can get myself into a college without her. I can even get myself into two colleges since Hunter told me today I can come there if I want. What I can't do by myself is figure out which one to go to. They cost the same amount I think, so it's not like just choosing the less expensive school. Haven't figured out a major yet, so I can't pick the better school for that major. Can't pick a school based on location, because they're both CUNY.
Hunter has way more girls than guys. Queens has way fewer undergrads than Hunter. I don't know what little details matter and which ones don't.
Will it matter which one I pick? Somebody should swoop down and tell me what to do. I have a headache, so am taking tylenol and going to sleep for three and a half hours.
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Did each one send you a financial aid package? That will be important. The base cost is not what you pay. You will get a statement from each explaining what your family commitment will be, and what type of aid you will get. Look at what comes as grants (free money), work study (college-sponsored jobs), guaranteed loans (pay after college or pay interest only until college is done). Also look at what support services they have on campus. Can you get tutoring and mentoring services? Do they have dining services that would be good for your needs? Some schools now have a required meal plan for freshman. Does that work for you?
Your right. Getting in may have been easier than deciding. Congrats on getting in. I've been watching (sorry I've been so quiet) and I'm proud. So is Mom, but you already knew that.
good for you!
Congratulations!
Some things to consider:
Programs you're interested in and what is offered at both schools.
Financial aid that's available from each.
Campus Location - particularly if you'll be sharing an apartment with Josh.
Vinny has a ton of great ideas too :)
When my son was trying to choose it was all overwhelming until he created a side by side comparison. That really helped make the decision a lot more clear.
It's ok not to know what you want to study! Either school will provide opportunities to explore different subjects.
I would think the financial aid package might make a big difference, especially since both schools are good options for you. If it's hard to decide between them based on academics or location, then maybe you should consider going to the school that will allow you to focus on your studies best by not being (overly) stressed out about money.
And for what it's worth:
http://web.cuny.edu/news/newsreleases_p=3255.html
(Also, I am a professor far away from New York and I would say that Hunter overall has a slightly stronger academic reputation...)
I agree with Vinny (and congrats by the way!!). I ended up choosing based on who gave me more money.
The idea of doing a side by side comparison is really good, also.
If Queens has fewer undergrads, you might have most of your classes taught by grad students. I don't know details about either school, but it's more fun to learn in a smaller class taught by an actual professor.
I'm sure you'll do well at either school. Well done!
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