Help! Should I really go to Syracuse (Newhouse school)?!

dancingirl15
Thu, 22 May 2014 16:58:17 +0000

I just got accepted to the Newhouse for the advertising program as an international transfer. Honestly I didn’t think I would get in so I didn’t think much about actually going to Syracuse but now that I got accepted, here is the struggle…

I was gonna go to some college in CA since I have lived in southern California and the life there really fits me. My 1st choice was University of San Diego (communication studies) and I’m still waiting for their decision. I really wanted to live in CA and locate myself there after graduation as well but now that I’m accepted to Newhouse, I know this is too good a chance to miss, with the great reputation on their public communication program. I (&my parents) couldn’t care less about tuition/financial aid so the cost is not really a problem but I really don’t think I can fit in…like I’m too used to the weather in Southern California, seriously I could get depressed at such a place that is so cold and not sunny (this has actually happened so I’m not over exaggerating). So I feel like I would do better at U of SD. But again, as I want a solid foundation for getting a job after graduation, Syracuse is too good to turn down.

So my questions are;

1) How is the climate/overall atmosphere at Syracuse actually like? How bad is the winter?

2) How is the student life at Syracuse like? Do they go out a lot? Are there many places to go out on weekends/holidays? Are there lots of stuff to do on Campus even if you aren’t in greek system? (I’m not interested in drinking scene though)

3) I know their journalism is one of the best programs in nation but is advertising program as prestigious? Do they actually have better chances finding a job?

4) Considering my situation, do you think turning down Syracuse for U of San Diego is reasonable?

sorry for long questions but thanks in advance!