Case Western vs. U Rochester Engineering

jujumak
Mon, 01 Apr 2013 19:23:55 +0000

Just something else to consider, did you check out Rochester, the city, vs. Troy vs. Cleveland? In my opinion, there was no comparison, Cleveland won out. Rochester seemed like a dying city and Troy was depressing. Did you go to admitted student days? RPI treatment/welcome was pretty mediocre. Canned, unenthusiastic welcome speech from President of RPI, vs. the energetic, warm welcome from Barbara Snyder, Pres. of Case. RPI did not have enough chairs/seats for us and welcomed us w. cold bagels served outside 40 degree weather! At end of day, all reps disappeared and we could not find shuttle back to our car…it was like they were hourly workers and the quitting bell rang. Lunch (hamburgers/hotdogs/salad) was served in an old dilapidated gymnasium. Case Western, a different story, lunch served in a beautiful dining hall w. yummy food. A full day of activities and shuttles to accomodate you, not at RPI!

At Case they really put out the red carpet and you felt wanted. Even the crossing guard, welcomed everyone by saying, Welcome Home! Your college search is over… Also check out endowment records for Case vs. RPI. Case is spending tons of $ on its campus, new student bldg, due in 2014/Fall, etc. I admit I’m biased, because my son/freshman is there and loves it.

Lastly, what really put us over the top in the decision making was the amazing scholarship and financial aid that was offered. Remember ROI! Return on Investment! In today’s market, you really don’t want to be in alot of student debt.