Bowdoin vs Tufts

SISTOKID
Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:28:04 +0000

Tough BUT Good choices. What are the financial considerations involved? Based on your criteria of the cozyness and urban setting, I think Tufts gives you the best of both worlds. That being said, in your shoes, I would have a tough time passing on the kind of education provided at a liberal arts college like Bowdoin which is a top 5-10 LAC. I think that would kick Bowdoin over the top for ME. Of course, money would be a HUGE factor.

As for the city, honestly as an undergrad I did not appreciate, utilize the “city” as much and my younger cousin is not really doing the same in his “big city” school. You just get so involved in campus life, and you’re right - it’s tough when you’re broke! haha.

Academically, I feel like you’re more “Bowdoin” based on your academic interests and your desire to explore. I really really think Bowdoin would have the edge in terms of where we really “learn” in college which is during those late night dorm or pizza conversations than an intimate environment provide.

Having said all this - congrats! I would be curious to know which you choose.

Good Luck ! :-)