| Pretty different experiences all the way around. I suspect you know deep-down which one you really want, and might be trying to talk yourself out of it.
There is nothing wrong with the big, state-school, athletic experience. It is a lot of fun. You can certainly prepare yourself well there, but it will require more self discipline. If you are academically ambitous beyond college, and wish to attend a presitgous grad or professional school, I have to believe Wash U offers a culture that is better suited to those pursuits.
Your comments seem generally correct, but I am curious about the "more diversity" comment. In terms of ethnicity, religion, and geography, Wash U would be far more diverse. Perhaps you mean economic diversity? Not sure about that one, as Wash U has excellent financial aid programs. Even so, you may be correct.
Good luck. |