Choices, and more choices!

archermom
Fri, 09 Apr 2010 01:06:30 +0000

Hi…
We just visited Pitzer last week w/our youngest child. She is a rising senior and will be applying to colleges in the fall. Of the 3 colleges you listed, I have heard of all 3—but have not visited Univ of Rochester. However, there is a very distinct difference between Pitzer and Boston U. One is part of a 5 college consortium and located in the suburban town of Claremont in California—mild to warm weather throughout the yr. To experience “culture,” you will definitely need to take advantage of the MetroRail or bus to get to Los Angeles or Orange County. In comparison, Boston Univ is VERY large and situated smack in the middle of a city—which will definitely give you some snow and wet weather. You will find diversity and friendly students/staff in both schools. Boston Univ is just down the street from Northeastern Univ (also with a large student population)…so, you be surrounded by many students… Pitzer and Boston Univ are contrasting schools! Good luck!