<p>It is very hard to help you make a decision. I have two daughters, one graduated from Brandeis, one from Rochester. The schools are very similar with some differences. Both offer outstanding creative writing although I would say that Brandeis might have the edge on film studies, although there is very interesting new work regarding film being done at the George Eastman House in Rochester. Different kinds of campuses-I actually like both. Rochester has more of a Greek life if that is important or a concern. They are pretty similar in size. Brandeis has the proximity to Boston. You didn’t indicate whether financial aid or merit money or cost is important in making your decision. Both schools have glorious fall weather and long and cold winters. Spend a lot of time looking at the school’s websites, the school’s archived newspapers and talk to students, don’t know if you know any current students or grads at each school but reach out on Facebook perhaps. Either case, they are both good options.</p>