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auburn vs. university of tennessee
hardy8635
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We are OOS for both. Wondering if people could give us some comparisons between these two schools. Assume money and major are not considerations. We realize UTK is more of a city and we know that football is more successful at Auburn. Looking for a school "personality" comparison. Thanks!
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Replies to: auburn vs. university of tennessee
I know noting about either school. However, in my little zone within New England, Auburn has an excellent reputation.
Good luck.
Auburn is generally viewed as a nicer school with a bit higher academics. This is because they are so close to Atlanta. Also, there are a lot of Auburn grads working in Atlanta so that helps.
Auburn's vibe is a little more like Ole Miss with that Southern gentleman feel. UTK is more like Kentucky so less dressing up and formality. This might only make sense if you're from the South.
I live on the other side of the country now, and I think Auburn is viewed as slightly better academically.
I am an undergraduate BS from AU and went to UTK for graduate school. The AU town feel is much smaller and propulgates the small town feel of a college town. I went to UTK as a graduate student and never quite got the Knoxville-feel.
Undergraduate and post-graduate environments are totally unique.
For undergraduate studies, both offer exceptional value.
For lifestyle...... UTK is a big town and AU is small town. A student's perspective of how they will live out they're 1st and 2nd year in school, will dictate they're 2nd and 3rd year,
AU was small and perfect for me. A college town geared toward students, football games and classes was the path.
For students that wish/want for more city-oriented options, UTK may be a better place to call home.