Choosing a Christian College and its reputation

Needtobreathe
Wed, 22 Apr 2015 07:14:54 +0000

Hi all! I’m trying to choose a school by May 1 and need some advice on which would be the best. My major is communications and my choices are UCSB, Chapman, Point Loma Nazarene, Westmont (Christian), and Cal Poly SLO.
My question about Christian school is that I’m worried about the reputation in the job market and how employers would view a student from a UC versus a student from a Christian school, in its name. Financially they are same range for me (24-28k) ucsb being the cheapest, and chapman the most expensive
I grew up in Christian school, and went to public school as well. I’m not into partying, and am relatively conservative. I liked Christian school more, but now I am trying to make the most rational decision between environment and academics now. I performed decently in high school (2060 SAT, 4.16 GPA)
PLNU and Westmont: Love the environment, but I know they’re probably not as great choices academically. Also, PLNU vs Westmont, which is better? Westmont seems too small, less opportunities, but also PLNU seems to direct its funding more towards science majors.
UCSB: seems like the best choice academically, but I’m not into the big school type of thing, and I want to graduate in four years.
Chapman: Appealing in size and environment, but afraid the school lacks a reputation/name as it is relatively new in name.

What’s the best for communications? I’ll answer your post too! Thanks